Prescot to St Helens train with Northern Rail (3)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Prescot to St Helens

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£4

Average price

£4

Fastest journey

9 m

Average duration

9 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

5 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prescot to St Helens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Prescot to St Helens will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Prescot for St Helens every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 5 km distance in an average of 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 m .

The slowest trains will take 9 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.

Northern Rail (3)
07:040h09
Prescot
07:13St Helens
£41One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)
06:050h09
Prescot
06:14St Helens
£41One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Prescot to St Helens train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 20:23
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
northern_rail06:05 Prescot
0h09
06:14 St Helens0 changesdirect
northern_rail07:04 Prescot
0h09
07:13 St Helens0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Prescot to St Helens

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Trains from Prescot to St Helens run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
5 km
Average train duration
9m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
9m
First train
05:51
Last train
23:21
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Prescot to St Helens trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Prescot and St Helens from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9m
Cheapest Price
£4
Northern Rail (3) frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Prescot to St Helens train

FAQs: Travel by train from Prescot to St Helens easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Prescot to St Helens.
FAQs
The train distance from Prescot to St Helens is 5 km.
Booking trains from Prescot to St Helens in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Prescot to St Helens can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The train journey from Prescot to St Helens covers a distance of 5 km and takes approximately 9m. Trains run 6 per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Prescot and St Helens. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3).
The cheapest way to get from Prescot to St Helens is by train, costing approximately £4.
The first train from Prescot to St Helens leaves at 5:51.
The last train from Prescot to St Helens departs at 23:21.
The train station in Prescot that goes to St Helens is Prescot station (PSC), and it arrives at St Helens Central (SNH).
Trains from Prescot to St Helens run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Prescot to St Helens.
Yes, you can take the train from Prescot to St Helens.
There is no night train service from Prescot to St Helens.
To travel from Prescot to St Helens, you can take a train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Prescot and St Helens

Prescot
St Helens
The major train station for departures in Prescot is Eccleston Park. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Eccleston Park for your trip from Prescot to St Helens.
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Amenities at train station
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
address
Address
Eccleston Park station, Portico Lane, Eccleston Park, Merseyside, L35 7JS
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Sunday Closed Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:50 - 23:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category B station, Access to Wigan platform down a 25 metre ramp from Portico Lane. Use road bridge to access platform from ticket office. It should be noted that the road bridge has a very narrow footpath.
  • Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Eccleston Park
  • Onward travel information: Busline 0870 608 2608
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Portico Lane.
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Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
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information
address
Address
Prescot station, Bridge Road, Prescot, Merseyside, L34 5SN
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:45 - 23:30 Sunday 08:15 - 23:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station, access to all platforms using station lifts, a stepped footbridge is also available, station is fully accessible.
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Prescot
  • Onward travel information: Prescot bus station is under a mile away on Highfield Place L34 3LA There are bus stops close to the station entrance Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station front.

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