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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from St Helens to Ellesmere Port
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
4 h 22 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Helens to Ellesmere Port is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Helens to Ellesmere Port will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
It's difficult to get from St Helens to Ellesmere Port without transferring at least once.
5:52 AM1h16St Helens7:08 AMEllesmere Port€111One-way1 transfer- 11:18 PM7h20St Helens6:38 AMEllesmere Port€111One-way1 transfer
- 5:03 PM1h57St Helens7:00 PMEllesmere Port€251One-way3 transfers
- 11:18 PM6h53St Helens6:11 AMEllesmere Port€251One-way3 transfers
- 5:52 AM1h16St Helens7:08 AMEllesmere Port€111One-way1 transfer
- 5:03 PM1h57St Helens7:00 PMEllesmere Port€251One-way3 transfers
- 11:18 PM6h53St Helens6:11 AMEllesmere Port€251One-way3 transfers
- 11:18 PM7h20St Helens6:38 AMEllesmere Port€111One-way1 transfer
Live departures
St Helens to Ellesmere Port train times
The table below shows live departures for St Helens to Ellesmere Port trains for today, Thursday, August 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:52 AM St Helens | 1h16 | 7:08 AM Ellesmere Port | 1 transfer | |
| 5:03 PM St Helens | 1h57 | 7:00 PM Ellesmere Port | 3 transfers | |
| 11:18 PM St Helens | 6h53 | 6:11 AM Ellesmere Port | 3 transfers | |
| 11:18 PM St Helens | 7h20 | 6:38 AM Ellesmere Port | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Helens to Ellesmere Port
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Trains from St Helens to Ellesmere Port run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 22:19. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 6:12 AM |
Last train 10:19 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Mersey Rail, Northern Trains Limited from St Helens to Ellesmere Port trainsMersey Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between St Helens and Ellesmere Port from €8. 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 St Helens to Ellesmere Port
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Helens to Ellesmere Port 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 Ellesmere Port, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from St Helens to Ellesmere Port
Most St Helens to Ellesmere Port trains use the St Helens Central to Ellesmere Port station pair. Use this guide to compare St Helens and Ellesmere Port train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which St Helens station do trains to Ellesmere Port leave from?
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.
Which Ellesmere Port station do trains from St Helens arrive at?
Getting to Ellesmere Port from Ellesmere Port city centre
Ellesmere Port train station facilities and services
Ellesmere Port has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ellesmere Port.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ellesmere Port. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ellesmere Port: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ellesmere Port: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ellesmere Port: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B: “This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only – please check details.”Access to the Liverpool platform from the car park is step free. Footbridge only to other platform. Please note, assistance can only be provided between 06.05 and 14.00 when station is staffed, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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