The cheapest and fastest trains from St Helens to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£105
Average price
£105
Fastest journey
3 h 58 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Helens to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Helens to Cheltenham will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £105.
Of the 1 trains that leave St Helens for Cheltenham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 179 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 58 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare coach and train for St Helens to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Helens to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £45, and a coach costs an average of £72.
Distance: 179 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£45 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 37m Average total duration 8h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
St Helens to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for St Helens to Cheltenham trains for today, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:52 St Helens | 4h36 | 09:28 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Helens to Cheltenham
Trains from St Helens to Cheltenham run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 18:51. The fastest train covers the 179 km distance in 4h 36m.
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 36m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 18:51 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited from St Helens to Cheltenham trainsAvanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between St Helens and Cheltenham from £45. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: St Helens to Cheltenham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Helens to Cheltenham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cheltenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in St Helens and Cheltenham
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:50 - 20:40 Sunday 08:00 - 22:00 Sunday opening April to August is 0800 - 2200
- Car Park: Station Car Park - FREE FOR RAIL USERS - MUST DISPLAY A PARKING PERMIT WHICH IS AVAILABLE FROM THE BOOKING OFFICE ON PURCHASE / PRODUCTION OF VALID RAIL TICKET
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to Wigan bound platform. Access by underground subway to Liverpool platform with steep ramps. Lift open for all services.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus station 400 yards from rail station. (5 minutes walk). Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Station forecourt (off Shaw Street).
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Queens Road.
- The Railway Inn
- The Coconut Tree
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Queens Hotel Cheltenham
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham
- Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham
- Located near the main entrance
- 300 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a main concourse with ticketing facilities and waiting areas, with platforms accessible via lifts and stairs.
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
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