The cheapest and fastest trains from St Helens to Leyland
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
31 m
Average duration
32 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Helens to Leyland 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 Leyland will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 2 trains that leave St Helens for Leyland every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 32 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.




Live departures
St Helens to Leyland train times
The table below shows live departures for St Helens to Leyland trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:55 St Helens | 0h32 | 08:27 Leyland | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:42 St Helens | 0h31 | 11:13 Leyland | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Helens to Leyland
Trains from St Helens to Leyland run on average 5 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 28m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 05:55 |
Last train 23:44 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from St Helens to Leyland trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between St Helens and Leyland from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
TransPennine Express
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: St Helens to Leyland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Helens to Leyland 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 Leyland, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in St Helens and Leyland
- 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).
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 17:45 Sunday 08:10 - 15:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - There are four platforms at Leyland, all of which have step free access via lifts 24 /7
- 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 ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses towards Preston will stop at the bus stop on Station Brow outside NSI House. Buses towards Bolton/Wigan North Western will stop at the bus stop on Station Brow outside La Corte restaurant.
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