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Compare train and coach for Prescot to St Helens
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prescot to St Helens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 5 km
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Compare prices and tickets Prescot to St Helens by train or coach
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Why should you book Prescot to St Helens trains with Omio?
Northern Rail as well as Northern Trains Limited offer trains services from Prescot to St Helens.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Prescot to St Helens.
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Prescot to St Helens.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Prescot to St Helens.
Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Prescot to St Helens.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Prescot to St Helens
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Trains from Prescot to St Helens run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 5 km distance in 8m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3
Distance 5 km |
Average train duration 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 8m |
First train 5:51 |
Last train 23:34 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Prescot to St Helens trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Prescot and St Helens from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail
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 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
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8m
Cheapest Price
£5
Northern Trains Limited frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Prescot to St Helens train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prescot to St Helens 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Prescot to St Helens can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £5.
The train journey from Prescot to St Helens covers a distance of 5 km and takes approximately 8m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Prescot to St Helens is 5 km.
The first train from Prescot to St Helens leaves at 5:51.
The last train from Prescot to St Helens departs at 23:34.
Trains from Prescot to St Helens run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Prescot to St Helens.
Yes, there is a direct train between Prescot and St Helens. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
To get from Prescot to St Helens, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Prescot to St Helens.
The train station in Prescot that goes to St Helens is Prescot station (PSC), and it arrives at St Helens Central (SNH).
The cheapest way to get from Prescot to St Helens is by coach, costing approximately £3.
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 train journey from Prescot to St Helens is relatively short and primarily passes through urban and suburban areas, offering views of residential neighbourhoods and some green spaces, but is not typically considered scenic.
Yes, a day trip from Prescot to St Helens is feasible with a travel duration of 8m, a distance of 5 km, and a frequency of 6 trips per day for trains.
To fully experience St Helens, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal, allowing time to explore local attractions, parks, and cultural sites.
Yes, you can take the train from Prescot to St Helens.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Prescot and St Helens
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St Helens
The major train station for departures in Prescot is Prescot. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Prescot for your trip from Prescot to St Helens.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:45 - 23:30 Sunday 08:15 - 23:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- 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.
Amenities at train station
Parking
TaxisAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Sunday Closed Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:50 - 23:30
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
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
- 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.
The major train station for arrivals in St Helens is St Helens Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Helens Central for your journey to St Helens from Prescot.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibility
WCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:50 - 20:40 Sunday 08:00 - 22:00 Sunday opening April to August is 0800 - 2200
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park - FREE FOR RAIL USERS - MUST DISPLAY A PARKING PERMIT WHICH IS AVAILABLE FROM THE BOOKING OFFICE ON PURCHASE / PRODUCTION OF VALID RAIL TICKET
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to Wigan bound platform. Access by underground subway to Liverpool platform with steep ramps. Lift open for all services
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for St Helens Central
- Onward travel information: Bus station 400 yards from rail station. (5 minutes walk). Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Station forecourt (off Shaw Street).
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:50 - 23:35 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - Access to both platforms via road footbridge. Wigan bound platform accessed via long slope. Liverpool bound platform accessed via a graded slope with rest landings
- 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
Public transport options for Thatto Heath
- Onward travel information: Bus stops 100m from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Thatto Heath Road - near the Police Station for Liverpool and outside the Railway Station for St Helens.
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