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Edinburgh (Waverley) to St Helens Central by train

It takes an average of 5h 25m to travel from Edinburgh (Waverley) to St Helens Central by train, over a distance of around 174 miles (279 km). There are normally 38 trains per day travelling from Edinburgh (Waverley) to St Helens Central and tickets for this journey start from £15 when you book in advance.

First train

05:12

Last train

20:11

Departure station

Edinburgh (Waverley)

Arrival station

St Helens Central

Journey time

From 3h 2m

Distance

174 miles (279 km)

Frequency

38 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Price

From £15

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo

Taking the train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to St Helens Central in 3 hours 2 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to St Helens Central? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 5 hours 25 minutes to travel the 174 miles (279 km) from Edinburgh (Waverley) to St Helens Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 2 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 38 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo 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 Edinburgh (Waverley) to St Helens Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £15.00. 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.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Edinburgh (Waverley) to St Helens Central? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to St Helens Central take?

The average journey time by train between Edinburgh (Waverley) and St Helens Central is 5 hours and 25 minutes, with around 38 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Edinburgh (Waverley) and St Helens Central by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to St Helens Central is 3 hours and 2 minutes.

How much does the train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to St Helens Central cost?

Train ticket prices from Edinburgh (Waverley) to St Helens Central can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.

Is there a direct train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to St Helens Central?

No, there are no direct train services from Edinburgh (Waverley) to St Helens Central. Travelling from Edinburgh (Waverley) to St Helens Central by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to St Helens Central leave?

The first train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to St Helens Central leaves at 05:12. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to St Helens Central leave?

The last train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to St Helens Central leaves at 20:11. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Edinburgh (Waverley) and St Helens Central by train?

Trains travelling from Edinburgh (Waverley) to St Helens Central cover a distance of around 174 miles (279 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from St Helens Central to Edinburgh (Waverley).

Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) to St Helens Central

Train tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) to St Helens Central start at £15 one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets.

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Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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