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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from St Helens to York
Cheapest price
£63
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 22 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Helens to York 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 York will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.
Of the 1 trains that leave St Helens for York 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 122 km distance in an average of 2 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 22 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.
5:142h22St Helens7:36York£631One-way0 changes
- 5:142h22St Helens7:36York£631One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for St Helens to York
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from St Helens to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 122 km
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£65 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
St Helens to York train times
The table below shows live departures for St Helens to York trains for today, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:14 St Helens | 2h53 | 11:07 York | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:14 St Helens | 2h22 | 18:36 York | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Helens to York
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from St Helens to York run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:31, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 122 km distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 122 km |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 1:31 |
Last train 23:06 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from St Helens to York trainsNorthern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between St Helens and York from £8. 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 York train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Helens to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in St Helens and York
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Lost and Found Office
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Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 00:00 Sunday 08:30 - 23:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Access to both platforms is via long ramps with rest platforms or, alternatively 32 steps with handrails and rest platforms
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Bus interchange adjacent to station front. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop in the station car park.
ParkingDiningAccessibility
WCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- 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).
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:05 - 23:50 Sunday 08:20 - 23:35
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Level access to the Manchester platform including tactile guidance path from main street, car park and bus interchange. Alternative access to Manchester platform is up stepped ramp from Helena Road. Access to the Liverpool bound platform has a long severe ramp and is via a locked gate. Station staff have a key. The access ramp is cobbled and has a safety barrier at the bottom in Helena Road. Alternative access is via an open step bridge with 27 steps to each platform.
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus interchange adjacent to station front. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus turning circle outside the station.
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LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
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