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It takes an average of 3h 49m to travel from St Helens Central to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, over a distance of around 174 miles (279 km). There are normally 36 trains per day travelling from St Helens Central to Edinburgh (Waverley) and tickets for this journey start from £25.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:44 | |
| Departure station | St Helens Central | |
| Arrival station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Journey time | From 3h 4m | |
| Distance | 174 miles (279 km) | |
| Frequency | 36 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £25.20 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, ScotRail, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from St Helens Central to Edinburgh (Waverley) in 3 hours 4 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from St Helens Central to Edinburgh (Waverley)? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 49 minutes to travel the 174 miles (279 km) from St Helens Central to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 4 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 36 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 Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or TransPennine Express to Edinburgh (Waverley). As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from St Helens Central to Edinburgh (Waverley) in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £25.20. 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 Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from St Helens Central to Edinburgh (Waverley)?
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.