Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 coach with prices starting from £13. 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 coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £2.
Distance: 33 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £14 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 |
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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 £13 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 33 km distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 33 km |
Average bus duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 33m |
First bus 00:04 |
Last bus 23:58 |
FAQs: Manchester to St Helens coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to St Helens by coach. 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 coach, 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
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and St Helens
- 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
- 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
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