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It takes an average of 4h 18m to travel from Leicester to St Helens Central by train, over a distance of around 88 miles (141 km). There are normally 31 trains per day travelling from Leicester to St Helens Central and tickets for this journey start from £35.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:55 | |
| Departure station | Leicester | |
| Arrival station | St Helens Central | |
| Journey time | From 2h 27m | |
| Distance | 88 miles (141 km) | |
| Frequency | 31 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £35.60 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express |
Travelling from Leicester to St Helens Central by train
Looking to travel from Leicester to St Helens Central by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 18 minutes to travel from Leicester to St Helens Central by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 27 minutes though. You'll usually find 31 trains per day running along the 88 miles (141 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to St Helens Central, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express to get to St Helens Central. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Leicester to St Helens Central in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £35.60.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Leicester 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.