The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to St Helens
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to St Helens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to St Helens will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 1 buses that leave Manchester for St Helens on Sat, Dec 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 27 the direct buses cover the 33 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
On Sat, Dec 27 the slowest buses will take 2 h 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester to St Helens
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to St Helens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €3.
Distance: 33 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€14 Average price Cheapest | €15 Average price |
2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to St Helens bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to St Helens buses for tomorrow, Saturday, December 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:50 AM Manchester | 2h47 | 7:37 AM St Helens | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to St Helens
Buses from Manchester to St Helens run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €3 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 33 km distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 33 km |
Average bus duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 33m |
First bus 00:04 |
Last bus 23:58 |
FAQs: Bus from Manchester to St Helens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to St Helens by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St Helens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Manchester to St Helens
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
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