Edinburgh to St Helens by train
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Travelling from Edinburgh to St Helens by train
Want to know how to get from Edinburgh to St Helens by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Edinburgh to St Helens take around 2 hours and 56 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 282 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Edinburgh is scheduled to depart at around 06:12. The last departure is usually at around 23:33 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Edinburgh at around 00:30, with the last train leaving at around 23:30. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 17 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 42 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £48.38.
We think any time is a great time to visit St Helens, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to St Helens.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to St Helens?
The journey between Edinburgh and St Helens usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Edinburgh to St Helens every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to St Helens?
The Edinburgh to St Helens train travel takes about 2 hours and 56 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Edinburgh to St Helens train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to St Helens leaving Edinburgh at around 06:12 and the last train leaving at around 23:33 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Edinburgh at around 00:30, with the final departure at 23:30.
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