Cannock to St Helens Central by train
| First train | 06:04 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:13 | |
| Departure station | Cannock | |
| Arrival station | St Helens Central | |
| Journey time | From 1h 59m | |
| Distance | 61 miles (98 km) | |
| Frequency | 41 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Cannock to St Helens Central in 1 hour 59 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Cannock to St Helens Central? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 9 minutes to travel the 61 miles (98 km) from Cannock to St Helens Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 59 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 41 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express to St Helens Central. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Cannock to St Helens Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to St Helens Central by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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