The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ)
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£2
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£4
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
27 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
27 m
Trains on 19 Sept
10
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 10 trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ), including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 27 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.
G8995414:000h27Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:27St Helens Junction (SHJ)£21One-way0 changes
G8994913:000h27Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)13:27St Helens Junction (SHJ)£21One-way0 changes
G8994211:000h27Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:27St Helens Junction (SHJ)£21One-way0 changes
G8994612:000h27Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:27St Helens Junction (SHJ)£21One-way0 changes
G8997419:000h27Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)19:27St Helens Junction (SHJ)£31One-way0 changes
G8995414:000h27Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:27St Helens Junction (SHJ)£21One-way0 changes
G8994211:000h27Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:27St Helens Junction (SHJ)£21One-way0 changes
G8997419:000h27Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)19:27St Helens Junction (SHJ)£31One-way0 changes
G8998621:030h27Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)21:30St Helens Junction (SHJ)£31One-way0 changes
G8994612:000h27Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:27St Helens Junction (SHJ)£21One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 19 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (26m by train vs 30m by car). Tickets start at around £4 compared to roughly £4 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Northern Trains Limited.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h27 | 10:27 St Helens Junction (SHJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h27 | 11:27 St Helens Junction (SHJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ)
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:02, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 22m.
Distance 19 km |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 7:02 |
Last train 22:00 |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and St Helens Junction (SHJ) from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) 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 Junction (SHJ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and St Helens Junction (SHJ)
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to St Helens Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and St Helens Junction (SHJ) 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 St Helens Junction from St Helens city centre
St Helens Junction is 3 km from St Helens city centre. Public transport options include:
St Helens Junction train station facilities and services
St Helens Junction has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Helens Junction.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Helens Junction: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at St Helens Junction: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Helens Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Level access to the Manchester platform including tactile guidance path from main street, car park and bus interchange. Alternative access to Manchester platform is up stepped ramp from Helena Road. Access to the Liverpool bound platform has a long severe ramp and is via a locked gate. Station staff have a key. The access ramp is cobbled and has a safety barrier at the bottom in Helena Road. Alternative access is via an open step bridge with 27 steps to each platform, 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 ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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