St Helens to Cardiff Train
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St Helens to Cardiff by train
The journey from St Helens to Cardiff by train is 137.56 mi and takes 4 hrs 51 mins. There are 174 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:13 and the last at 23:52. It is possible to travel from St Helens to Cardiff by train for as little as £23.67 or as much as £111.49. The best price for this journey is £23.67.
| Lowest Price | £23.67 |
| Journey Duration | 4 hrs 51 mins |
| Connection per Day | Arriva, First Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, National Rail, Northern Rail, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway 174 |
| Lowest Price | Arriva, First Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, National Rail, Northern Rail, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway £23.67 |
| Highest Price | Arriva, First Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, National Rail, Northern Rail, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway £111.49 |
| First Departure | Arriva, First Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, National Rail, Northern Rail, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway 00:13 |
| Last Departure | Arriva, First Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, National Rail, Northern Rail, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway 23:52 |
| Distance | Arriva, First Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, National Rail, Northern Rail, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway 137.56 mi |
| Departure | Arriva, First Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, National Rail, Northern Rail, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway St Helens |
| Arrival | Arriva, First Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, National Rail, Northern Rail, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway Cardiff |
| Carriers | Arriva, First Transpennine Express Arriva, First Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, National Rail, Northern Rail, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway |
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Best time to book cheap train tickets from St Helens to Cardiff
The cheapest St Helens - Cardiff train tickets can be found for as low as £30.31 if you’re lucky, or £34.25 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £40.30.
Find the best day to travel to Cardiff by train
When travelling to Cardiff by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Arriva, First Transpennine Express and Avanti West Coast from St Helens to Cardiff
Compare services on board when travelling from St Helens to Cardiff by train.
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St Helens to Cardiff CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
15.5kg
Bus
16.6kg
Flight
44.28kg
Car
35.42kg
What are the CO2 emissions from St Helens to Cardiff by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between St Helens and Cardiff are 15.5kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between St Helens and Cardiff? By taking the train between St Helens and Cardiff you will save 28.78kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.1kg compared to a bus and 19.92kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from St Helens to Cardiff?
A train ticket from St Helens to Cardiff is £65.47. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £23.67.
What's the cheapest train ticket from St Helens to Cardiff?
The cheapest ticket you can get from St Helens to Cardiff is £23.67. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between St Helens and Cardiff by train?
St Helens to Cardiff is 137.56 mi.
How long does the train between St Helens and Cardiff take?
St Helens to Cardiff is on average 4 hrs 51 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 0 hrs 10 mins.
Which companies operate from St Helens to Cardiff?
The train journey from St Helens to Cardiff is covered by 7 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Arriva, First Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, National Rail, Northern Rail, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry and West Midlands Railway.
How many train connections per day go from St Helens to Cardiff?
St Helens to Cardiff has 174 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from St Helens to Cardiff leave?
The earliest train from St Helens to Cardiff departs at 00:13. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from St Helens to Cardiff depart?
The latest train from St Helens to Cardiff departs at 23:52. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from St Helens to Cardiff in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £23.67 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from St Helens to Cardiff?
There are on average 10 direct connection(s) from St Helens to go to Cardiff.
What's the fastest journey time between St Helens to Cardiff by train?
The fastest journey time by train between St Helens and Cardiff is 0 hrs 10 mins.
Is there a direct train from St Helens to Cardiff?
Yes, there is a direct train between St Helens and Cardiff.
What are the CO2 emissions for St Helens to Cardiff by train?
The train journey from St Helens to Cardiff creates 15.5kg of CO2 emissions.