Trains to London Paddington from St Helens
| First train | 05:52 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:52 | |
| Departure station | St Helens | |
| Arrival station | London Paddington | |
| Journey time | From 2h 43m | |
| Distance | 172 miles (277 km) | |
| Frequency | 12 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, Merseyrail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from St Helens to London Paddington by train
Looking to travel from St Helens to London Paddington by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 59 minutes to travel from St Helens to London Paddington by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 43 minutes though. You'll usually find 12 trains per day running along the 172 miles (277 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to London Paddington, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to get to London Paddington. 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 St Helens to London Paddington 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!
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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
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