What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to St Helens?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to St Helens is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to St Helens?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to St Helens is to train which takes 22 min and costs £5 - £23.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and St Helens?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Lea Green. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Manchester to St Helens?

The distance between Manchester and St Helens is 21 miles. The road distance is 24.2 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to St Helens without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to St Helens without a car is to train which takes 22 min and costs £5 - £23.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to St Helens?

The train from Manchester Victoria to Lea Green takes 22 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manchester to St Helens train from?

Manchester to St Helens train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Where does the Manchester to St Helens train arrive?

Manchester to St Helens train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Lea Green station.

Can I drive from Manchester to St Helens?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to St Helens is 24 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Manchester to St Helens.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to St Helens?

Book your Manchester to St Helens train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near St Helens?

There are 2468+ hotels available in St Helens.

Manchester to St Helens - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Manchester to St Helens by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Lea Greentrain Hull - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
22 min
£5–23
Drive 24.1 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to St Helenscar 24.1 mi
36 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to St Helenstaxi 24.1 mi
36 min
£50–65

Manchester to St Helens by train

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22 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 20.6 mi
Duration: 22 min

What companies run services between Manchester, England and St Helens, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Lea Green hourly. Tickets cost £9–23 and the journey takes 22 min. Northern Trains Limited also services this route hourly.

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