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Trains from Purley (PUR) to St Helens Central (SNH)

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20

train journeys
per day

183

miles (295 kms)

3hrs 42 mins

fastest journey

03:03 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 5 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Purley (PUR) to St Helens Central (SNH)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Purley and St Helens Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Purley to St Helens Central is approximately 183 miles (295 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 18 mins.

Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Southern, Thameslink, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Purley and St Helens Central.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Purley to St Helens Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 42 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Purley to St Helens Central

Journeys from Purley to St Helens Central Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    03:03
    5 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    08:37
    Purley
    St Helens Central
    Purley to St Helens Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:02
    4 hrs 40 mins 4 changes
    09:42
    Purley
    St Helens Central
    Purley to St Helens Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:57
    4 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    10:01
    Purley
    St Helens Central
    Purley to St Helens Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:18
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    11:00
    Purley
    St Helens Central
    Purley to St Helens Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:18
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    12:00
    Purley
    St Helens Central
    Purley to St Helens Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:57
    4 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    13:01
    Purley
    St Helens Central
    Purley to St Helens Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:57
    4 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    14:01
    Purley
    St Helens Central
    Purley to St Helens Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:57
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    15:00
    Purley
    St Helens Central
    Purley to St Helens Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:57
    4 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    16:01
    Purley
    St Helens Central
    Purley to St Helens Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:57
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    17:02
    Purley
    St Helens Central
    Purley to St Helens Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:57
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    17:54
    Purley
    St Helens Central
    Purley to St Helens Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:57
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    19:00
    Purley
    St Helens Central
    Purley to St Helens Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:57
    4 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    20:01
    Purley
    St Helens Central
    Purley to St Helens Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:15
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    21:00
    Purley
    St Helens Central
    Purley to St Helens Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:57
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    22:04
    Purley
    St Helens Central
    Purley to St Helens Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:57
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    23:17
    Purley
    St Helens Central
    Purley to St Helens Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:57
    10 hrs 2 mins 4 changes
    05:59
    Purley
    St Helens Central
    Purley to St Helens Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:15
    9 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    08:37
    Purley
    St Helens Central
    Purley to St Helens Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:25
    10 hrs 17 mins 5 changes
    09:42
    Purley
    St Helens Central
    Purley to St Helens Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:57
    10 hrs 4 mins 5 changes
    10:01
    Purley
    St Helens Central
    Purley to St Helens Central

About Purley Station

Station name Purley (PUR)
Address Purley station, Station Approach, Whytecliffe Road, Purley, London, CR2 2AP
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:55 - 20:05
Saturday 05:55 - 20:25
Sunday 08:00 - 16:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About St Helens Central Station

Station name St Helens Central (SNH)
Address St Helens Central station, Shaw Street, St Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1DQ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:50 - 20:40
Tuesday 05:50 - 20:40
Wednesday 05:50 - 20:40
Thursday 05:50 - 20:40
Friday 05:50 - 20:40
Saturday 05:50 - 20:40
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Purley and St Helens Central

The travel time between Purley and St Helens Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 42 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Purley and St Helens Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

First class tickets on trains between Purley and St Helens Central typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Purley and St Helens Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Purley & St Helens Central. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Southern, Thameslink, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Purley and St Helens Central.

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