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St Helens to London Charing Cross train prices and times
Planning a journey from St Helens to London Charing Cross? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £38.50, with average prices for this route around £38.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
20:56 St Helens Central | 06:16 +1London Charing Cross |   West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
21:01 St Helens Central | 07:36 +1London Charing Cross | West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
22:28 St Helens Junction | 07:47 +1London Charing Cross |   | Find Tickets |
23:29 St Helens Junction | 08:00 +1Paris | | Find Tickets |
St Helens to London Charing Cross train route details
First train
00:39
Last train
23:29
Journey time
2h 48m
Distance
280 km
Price
£38.50*
How to book cheap train tickets from St Helens to London Charing Cross
Season Tickets for frequent travels
For frequent travellers between St Helens and London Charing Cross, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for Southeast England
By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Travelling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from St Helens to London Charing Cross can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from St Helens to London Charing Cross, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from St Helens to London Charing Cross ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3
If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
St Helens to London Charing Cross train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.