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Trains to St Helens Central from Reading
It takes an average of 4h 59m to travel from Reading to St Helens Central by train, over a distance of around 156 miles (252 km). There are normally 34 trains per day travelling from Reading to St Helens Central and tickets for this journey start from £66.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:13 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 02:20 | |
| Departure station | Reading | |
| Arrival station | St Helens Central | |
| Journey time | From 3h 32m | |
| Distance | 156 miles (252 km) | |
| Frequency | 34 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £66.30 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express |
Travel by train from Reading to St Helens Central
Looking to travel from Reading to St Helens Central by train? You've come to the right place!
Generally, the train from Reading to St Helens Central takes around 4 hours 59 minutes, but can take just 3 hours 32 minutes on the fastest services. There are up to 34 trains per day from Reading to St Helens Central.
You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express and Chiltern Railways trains run on this route.
Book your ticket from £66.30 for this journey. Booking early is one of the most effective ways to save money.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Reading 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
Train tickets from Reading to St Helens Central start at £66.30§ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time, and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.
3. Use a Railcard
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4. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
5. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
6. Consider a Season Ticket
Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Reading to St Helens Central is right for you.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.