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St Helens to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Looking to travel from St Helens to Edinburgh? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as RUB 1,822.93, with average prices for this route around RUB 1,822.93.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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09:57
3 hours 36 minutes, Changes required
St Helens Central
13:33
Edinburgh (Waverley)
NorthernTransPennine Express
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10:14
3 hours 19 minutes, Changes required
St Helens Central
13:33
Edinburgh (Waverley)
NorthernAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express
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11:14
3 hours 6 minutes, Changes required
St Helens Central
14:20
Edinburgh (Waverley)
NorthernAvanti West Coast
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11:57
3 hours 42 minutes, Changes required
St Helens Central
15:39
Edinburgh (Waverley)
NorthernTransPennine Express
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12:14
3 hours 25 minutes, Changes required
St Helens Central
15:39
Edinburgh (Waverley)
NorthernAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express
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13:14
3 hours 4 minutes, Changes required
St Helens Central
16:18
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NorthernAvanti West Coast
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St Helens to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:00
Last train
Last train
20:28
Departure station
Departure station
St Helens
Arrival station
Arrival station
Edinburgh
Journey time
Journey time
3 hours 4 minutes
Distance
Distance
280 km
Price
Price
RUB 1,822.93*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from St Helens to Edinburgh

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from St Helens to Edinburgh. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from St Helens to Edinburgh for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from St Helens to Edinburgh, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

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 Edinburgh ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from St Helens to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

St Helens to Edinburgh train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.