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Trains from Margate (MAR) to St Helens Junction (SHJ)

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20

train journeys
per day

222

miles (358 kms)

4hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

04:36 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Margate (MAR) to St Helens Junction (SHJ)

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

The distance by rail from Margate to St Helens Junction is approximately 222 miles (358 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 8 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Margate and St Helens Junction.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Margate to St Helens Junction. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Margate to St Helens Junction Today

  • Mon 20th May
    04:36
    5 hrs 14 mins 4 changes
    09:50
    Margate
    St Helens Junction
    Margate to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 20th May
    06:15
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    11:24
    Margate
    St Helens Junction
    Margate to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 20th May
    07:15
    5 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    12:25
    Margate
    St Helens Junction
    Margate to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 20th May
    07:52
    5 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    13:25
    Margate
    St Helens Junction
    Margate to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 20th May
    08:53
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    14:24
    Margate
    St Helens Junction
    Margate to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 20th May
    10:04
    5 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    15:24
    Margate
    St Helens Junction
    Margate to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 20th May
    10:30
    5 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    16:02
    Margate
    St Helens Junction
    Margate to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 20th May
    11:04
    5 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    16:24
    Margate
    St Helens Junction
    Margate to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 20th May
    11:30
    5 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    16:57
    Margate
    St Helens Junction
    Margate to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 20th May
    12:04
    5 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    17:24
    Margate
    St Helens Junction
    Margate to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 20th May
    13:04
    4 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    17:56
    Margate
    St Helens Junction
    Margate to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 20th May
    13:30
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    19:00
    Margate
    St Helens Junction
    Margate to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 20th May
    14:04
    5 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    19:24
    Margate
    St Helens Junction
    Margate to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 20th May
    15:04
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    19:52
    Margate
    St Helens Junction
    Margate to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 20th May
    15:48
    5 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    21:27
    Margate
    St Helens Junction
    Margate to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 20th May
    16:48
    5 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    22:24
    Margate
    St Helens Junction
    Margate to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 20th May
    17:48
    6 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    23:58
    Margate
    St Helens Junction
    Margate to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 20th May
    18:50
    11 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    05:53
    Margate
    St Helens Junction
    Margate to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 20th May
    20:30
    9 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    06:24
    Margate
    St Helens Junction
    Margate to St Helens Junction
  • Mon 20th May
    22:04
    10 hrs 20 mins 4 changes
    08:24
    Margate
    St Helens Junction
    Margate to St Helens Junction

About Margate Station

Station name Margate (MAR)
Address Margate station, Station Approach, Margate, Kent, CT9 5AD
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
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 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 Margate and St Helens Junction

The travel time between Margate and St Helens Junction by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Margate and St Helens Junction 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 04:36, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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

Amenities on trains between Margate 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 Margate & St Helens Junction. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Margate and St Helens Junction.

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