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The cheapest and fastest trains from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ)
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
19 m
Average duration
19 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
18 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave St Helens Central (SNH) for Liverpool James Street (LVJ) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 19 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.
07:010h19
St Helens Central (SNH)07:20Liverpool James Street (LVJ)
£61One-way
0 changes
07:090h34
St Helens Central (SNH)07:43Liverpool James Street (LVJ)
£61One-way
0 changes
07:380h33
St Helens Central (SNH)08:11Liverpool James Street (LVJ)
£61One-way
0 changes
08:040h25
St Helens Central (SNH)08:29Liverpool James Street (LVJ)
£61One-way
0 changes
08:090h34
St Helens Central (SNH)08:43Liverpool James Street (LVJ)
£61One-way
0 changes
07:010h19
St Helens Central (SNH)07:20Liverpool James Street (LVJ)
£61One-way
0 changes
10:020h19
St Helens Central (SNH)10:21Liverpool James Street (LVJ)
£61One-way
0 changes
11:010h19
St Helens Central (SNH)11:20Liverpool James Street (LVJ)
£61One-way
0 changes
12:010h19
St Helens Central (SNH)12:20Liverpool James Street (LVJ)
£61One-way
0 changes
13:020h19
St Helens Central (SNH)13:21Liverpool James Street (LVJ)
£61One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 18 km
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Overview: Train from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ)
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Trains from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
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 £4
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 07:01 |
Last train 22:05 |
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 £4
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between St Helens Central (SNH) and Liverpool James Street (LVJ) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
TransPennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
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
19m
Cheapest Price
£6
Northern Rail (3) frequency
5 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
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
20m
Cheapest Price
£20
first_transpennine_express frequency
4 a day
FAQs: St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) train
FAQs: Travel by train from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) 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 St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ).
The train distance from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) is 18 km.
The train journey from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) covers a distance of 18 km and takes approximately 19m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) leaves at 7:01.
The last train from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) departs at 22:05.
Trains from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) run approximately 6 times per day.
Booking trains from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between St Helens Central (SNH) and Liverpool James Street (LVJ). The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express.
There is no night train service from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ).
The cost of a train ticket from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £7.
To get from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cheapest way to get from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ).
Yes, you can take the train from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ).
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Important Stations and Airports in St Helens Central (SNH) and Liverpool James Street (LVJ)
St Helens
Liverpool
The major train station for departures 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 trip from St Helens to Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike 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).
The major train station for arrivals in Liverpool is Liverpool James Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool James Street for your journey to Liverpool from St Helens.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: N/A
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Liverpool James Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: James Street Station, James Street, Liverpool
Most popular train connections from St Helens Central (SNH)
Most popular trains to and from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) and St Helens Central (SNH)
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