St Helens Central to Gatwick Airport by train
| First train | 21:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:43 | |
| Departure station | St Helens Central | |
| Arrival station | Gatwick Airport | |
| Journey time | From 10h 31m | |
| Distance | 192 miles (309 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 4 changes | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Southern |
About the train journey from St Helens Central to Gatwick Airport
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The train from St Helens Central to Gatwick Airport usually takes 10 hours 49 minutes on average to travel 192 miles (309 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 10 hours 31 minutes. You can expect to find 1 train per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 4 changes during the journey to Gatwick Airport, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from St Helens Central to Gatwick Airport if you book in advance, travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
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Cheap train tickets from St Helens Central to Gatwick Airport
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