What is the cheapest way to get from Wales to St Helens?

The cheapest way to get from Wales to St Helens is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wales to St Helens?

The fastest way to get from Wales to St Helens is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and St Helens?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to St Helens. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at World of Glass via St Peter's Square and Leigh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and St Helens?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to St Helens. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at St Helens Central via Crewe and Wigan North Western. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Wales to St Helens?

The distance between Wales and St Helens is 183 miles. The road distance is 166.8 miles.

How do I travel from Wales to St Helens without a car?

The best way to get from Wales to St Helens without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 11m and costs £70 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Wales to St Helens?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Wales to St Helens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to St Helens bus from?

Wales to St Helens bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Wales to St Helens train from?

Wales to St Helens train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Wales to St Helens?

The best way to get from Wales to St Helens is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 11m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Wales to St Helens bus arrive?

Wales to St Helens bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Wales to St Helens train arrive?

Wales to St Helens train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Wales to St Helens?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to St Helens is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Wales to St Helens.

How do I get a train ticket from Wales to St Helens?

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Where can I stay near St Helens?

There are 2524+ hotels available in St Helens.

Wales to St Helens - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 89 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Wales to St Helens by train, bus, or car

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 11m
£72–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
6h 23m
£38–88
Drive 165.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to St Helenscar 165.9 mi
3h 37m
£41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chestertrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
4h 27m
£70–120
Train, line 89 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
3. Take the bus from Hunts Cross Interchange to St Helens Central Interchangebus 89
5h 24m
£89–157

Wales to St Helens by train

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Distance: 182.3 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Wales and St Helens, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to St Helens Central via Crewe and Wigan North Western in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Station twice a week. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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