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It takes an average of 9h 37m to travel from Colchester to St Helens Central by train, over a distance of around 186 miles (299 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Colchester to St Helens Central and tickets for this journey start from £91.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 20:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:00 | |
| Departure station | Colchester | |
| Arrival station | St Helens Central | |
| Journey time | From 9h 37m | |
| Distance | 186 miles (299 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 7 changes | |
| Price | From £91.50 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Colchester to St Helens Central in 9 hours 37 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Colchester to St Helens Central? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 9 hours 37 minutes to travel the 186 miles (299 km) from Colchester to St Helens Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 9 hours 37 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 7 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway to St Helens Central. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Colchester to St Helens Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £91.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to St Helens Central by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Colchester to St Helens Central?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.