The average train between St Helens and Cannock takes 2h 45m and the fastest train takes 2h. There is a train service every few hours from St Helens to Cannock. 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 St Helens and Cannock. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from St Helens is at 11:44 PM which arrives into Cannock at 11:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Wigan North Western and take an average of 2h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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2h 4m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from St Helens to Cannock? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from St Helens to Cannock. However, there are services departing from St Helens Central station and arriving at Rugeley Trent Valley station via Wigan North Western station and Crewe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.
St Helens to Cannock train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from St Helens Central station.
St Helens to Cannock train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Rugeley Trent Valley station.
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The distance between St Helens and Cannock is 96.6 km. The road distance is 115 km.
You can take a train from St Helens Central to Cannock via Wigan North Western, Crewe, and Rugeley Trent Valley in around 3h 15m.