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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to St Helens
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€7
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€7
Fastest journey on Sep 19
15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
19 m
Trains on Sep 19
8
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to St Helens will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 8 trains from Liverpool to St Helens, including 8 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 28 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.
W851738:13 AM0h15Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)8:28 AMSt Helens Central (SNH)€71One-way0 transfers
G862485:43 AM0h17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)6:00 AMSt Helens Central (SNH)€71One-way0 transfers- G862505:46 AM0h28Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)6:14 AMSt Helens Central (SNH)€71One-way0 transfers
- G862298:16 AM0h29Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)8:45 AMSt Helens Central (SNH)€71One-way0 transfers
- G896399:39 AM0h17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:56 AMSt Helens Central (SNH)€71One-way0 transfers
- W851738:13 AM0h15Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)8:28 AMSt Helens Central (SNH)€71One-way0 transfers
- G896358:39 AM0h16Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)8:55 AMSt Helens Central (SNH)€71One-way0 transfers
- G862485:43 AM0h17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)6:00 AMSt Helens Central (SNH)€71One-way0 transfers
- G896399:39 AM0h17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:56 AMSt Helens Central (SNH)€71One-way0 transfers
- G862505:46 AM0h28Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)6:14 AMSt Helens Central (SNH)€71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool to St Helens
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to St Helens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, while a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 17 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€7 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest | €5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
49m Average total duration Fastest 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to St Helens:
A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to St Helens costing on average €7.
Other travel options to St Helens take longer:
Bus takes on average 52m.
Live departures
Liverpool to St Helens train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to St Helens trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G86248 | 5:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h17 | 6:00 AM St Helens Central (SNH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86250 | 5:46 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h28 | 6:14 AM St Helens Central (SNH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W85173 | 8:13 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h15 | 8:28 AM St Helens Central (SNH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86229 | 8:16 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h29 | 8:45 AM St Helens Central (SNH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89635 | 8:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h16 | 8:55 AM St Helens Central (SNH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86232 | 8:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h29 | 9:14 AM St Helens Central (SNH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86237 | 9:15 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h29 | 9:44 AM St Helens Central (SNH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89639 | 9:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h17 | 9:56 AM St Helens Central (SNH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to St Helens
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Trains from Liverpool to St Helens run on average 7 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 15m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
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Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Liverpool to St Helens trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Liverpool and St Helens from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to St Helens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to St Helens by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St Helens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool to St Helens
Most Liverpool to St Helens trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to St Helens Central station pair, with some services arriving at Lea Green. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and St Helens train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Wavertree Technology Park from Liverpool city centre
Wavertree Technology Park is 3 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Wavertree Technology Park train station facilities and services
Wavertree Technology Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wavertree Technology Park.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wavertree Technology Park: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wavertree Technology Park.
Getting to Edge Hill from Liverpool city centre
Edge Hill is 2 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Edge Hill train station facilities and services
Edge Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edge Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edge Hill.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edge Hill: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edge Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station. Access to the station is via a hundred metre cobbled street slope or uneven pavement down to the ticket office. Platform 1 - has level access for train to Manchester Victoria, St Helens, Wigan, Preston and Warrington Bank Quay. Platform 2 - has level access for trains to Liverpool from Crewe/ Manchester Airport via Newton-le-Willows Platform 3 - down 20 steps to level under-pass and then up 20 steps to the platform for trains to Warrington Central and Manchester Piccadilly. Platform 4 - down 20 steps to level under-pass and then up 20 steps to the platform for trains to Liverpool from Manchester Oxford Road via Warrington (Stations), Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which St Helens station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
Getting to St Helens Central from St Helens city centre
St Helens Central train station facilities and services
St Helens Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Helens Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Helens Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Helens Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St Helens Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Helens Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to Wigan bound platform. Access by underground subway to Liverpool platform with steep ramps. Lift open for all services, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Lea Green from St Helens city centre
Lea Green is 3 km from St Helens city centre. Public transport options include:
Lea Green train station facilities and services
Lea Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lea Green.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lea Green.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lea Green: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lea Green: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lea Green: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Access to both platforms is via long ramps with rest platforms or, alternatively 32 steps with handrails and rest platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Thatto Heath from St Helens city centre
Thatto Heath is 2 km from St Helens city centre. Public transport options include:
Thatto Heath train station facilities and services
Thatto Heath has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thatto Heath.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thatto Heath: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thatto Heath: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - Access to both platforms via road footbridge. Wigan bound platform accessed via long slope. Liverpool bound platform accessed via a graded slope with rest landings, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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