The average train between Manchester and St Helens takes 27 min and the fastest train takes 20 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Manchester to St Helens. 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 every 30 minutes between Manchester and St Helens. The earliest departure is at 5:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 11:49 PM which arrives into St Helens at 12:13 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 27 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester station and arriving at St Helens station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 27 min.
Manchester to St Helens train services, operated by First TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.
Manchester to St Helens train services, operated by First TransPennine Express, arrive at Lea Green station.
Book your Manchester to St Helens train tickets online with First TransPennine Express and Northern Rail.
The distance between Manchester and St Helens is 33 km. The road distance is 33 km.
First TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Lea Green hourly, and the journey takes 22 min. Northern Rail also services this route hourly.
