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Omio recommends booking the train 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 an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 122 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£46 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from St Helens to York, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from St Helens to York:
A coach is £35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St Helens to York costing on average £46.
Other travel options to York take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 15m.
Tickets start at around £46 compared to roughly £23 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£22. The journey takes 2h 12m versus 1h 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to York from St Helens by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from St Helens to York is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from York are Leeds, Harrogate, Scarborough, Whitby and Kingston upon Hull. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from York on Omio.
Leeds is a major West Yorkshire city known for Victorian arcades, shopping and a lively music scene. Its industrial heritage, regenerated waterfront and large student population give it an energetic but down-to-earth character.
Harrogate is a Yorkshire spa town known for its gardens, Turkish Baths and classic tea rooms. Elegant streets and easy access to nearby countryside give it a calm, polished character.
Scarborough is a traditional Yorkshire seaside town known for its sandy bays and Victorian character. Scarborough Castle, cliff-top views and a lively seafront give it a classic British holiday feel.
Whitby is a Yorkshire seaside town known for its harbour, abbey ruins and links to Dracula. Its old streets, fishing heritage and North Sea setting give it a sturdy, historic character.
Kingston upon Hull is a historic Yorkshire port known for its maritime heritage and The Deep aquarium. The old town, waterfront renewal and links to Philip Larkin give the city a grounded cultural character.
Travel to York easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from St Helens to York.
This is compared to other travel options from St Helens to York:
A coach is £35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St Helens to York costing on average £46.
Other travel options to York take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 15m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between St Helens and York as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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