The average train between Leeds and Helsby takes 2h 14m and the fastest train takes 1h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Leeds to Helsby. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Leeds and Helsby. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Helsby at 6:37 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Helsby. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Helsby station via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.
Leeds to Helsby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Helsby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Helsby station.
Book your Leeds to Helsby train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Leeds and Helsby is 99 km. The road distance is 119 km.
You can take a train from Leeds to Helsby via Newton-le-Willows in around 2h 2m.