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Trains from London Waterloo East (WAE) to St Helens Junction (SHJ)

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23

train journeys
per day

172

miles (277 kms)

3hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

00:16 / 23:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

8

operators run

6

routes

Trains from London Waterloo East (WAE) to St Helens Junction (SHJ)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo East and St Helens Junction , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction is approximately 172 miles (277 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 6 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Thameslink, South Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo East and St Helens Junction.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    00:16
    9 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    09:24
    London Waterloo East
    St Helens Junction
    London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:40
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    10:24
    London Waterloo East
    St Helens Junction
    London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:46
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    11:24
    London Waterloo East
    St Helens Junction
    London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:44
    3 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    12:24
    London Waterloo East
    St Helens Junction
    London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:42
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    13:24
    London Waterloo East
    St Helens Junction
    London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:42
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    14:24
    London Waterloo East
    St Helens Junction
    London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:40
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    15:24
    London Waterloo East
    St Helens Junction
    London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:55
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    16:02
    London Waterloo East
    St Helens Junction
    London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:40
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    16:24
    London Waterloo East
    St Helens Junction
    London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:55
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    16:58
    London Waterloo East
    St Helens Junction
    London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:40
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    17:24
    London Waterloo East
    St Helens Junction
    London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:40
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    18:24
    London Waterloo East
    St Helens Junction
    London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:55
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    19:00
    London Waterloo East
    St Helens Junction
    London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:40
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    19:24
    London Waterloo East
    St Helens Junction
    London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:41
    3 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    19:52
    London Waterloo East
    St Helens Junction
    London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:41
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    21:24
    London Waterloo East
    St Helens Junction
    London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:42
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    22:24
    London Waterloo East
    St Helens Junction
    London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:55
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    23:29
    London Waterloo East
    St Helens Junction
    London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 10th Jun
    20:02
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    23:58
    London Waterloo East
    St Helens Junction
    London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 10th Jun
    20:42
    9 hrs 11 mins 4 changes
    05:53
    London Waterloo East
    St Helens Junction
    London Waterloo East to St Helens Junction

About London Waterloo East Station

Station name London Waterloo East (WAE)
Address London Waterloo East station, Sandell Street, London, SE1 8NH
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About St Helens Junction Station

Station name St Helens Junction (SHJ)
Address St Helens Junction station, Station Road, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 3LA
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:05 - 23:50
Tuesday 06:05 - 23:50
Wednesday 06:05 - 23:50
Thursday 06:05 - 23:50
Friday 06:05 - 23:50
Saturday 06:05 - 23:50
Sunday 08:20 - 23:35
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between London Waterloo East and St Helens Junction

The travel time between London Waterloo East and St Helens Junction by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo East and St Helens Junction vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:35.

First class tickets on trains between London Waterloo East and St Helens Junction typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between London Waterloo East and St Helens Junction can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between London Waterloo East & St Helens Junction. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Thameslink, South Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo East and St Helens Junction.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between London Waterloo East and St Helens Junction, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.