St Helens to Huyton train with Northern Rail

Fri 18 Sept
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The cheapest and fastest trains from St Helens to Huyton

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£4

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£4

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

13 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

13 m

Trains on 18 Sept

1

Distance

8 km

Cheap tickets

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

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

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from St Helens to Huyton, including 1 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .

The slowest trains will take 13 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
    11:100h13
    St Helens
    11:23Huyton
    £41One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for St Helens to Huyton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Helens to Huyton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £4.

Distance: 8 km

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Train
Coach
Driving

£4

Average Price

£4

Average Price

Cheapest

£2

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

39m

Average total duration

Fastest

9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

55m

Average total duration

25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

16m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from St Helens to Huyton is a coach with an average price of £4.

This is compared to other travel options from St Helens to Huyton:

A coach is £0.90 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St Helens to Huyton costing on average £4.

The fastest way to travel from St Helens to Huyton is by train with an average journey time of 9m.

Other travel options to Huyton take longer:

Coach takes on average 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between St Helens and Huyton including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 7m sooner (9m by train vs 16m by car). Tickets start at around £4 compared to roughly £2 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 Rail, 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

St Helens to Huyton train times

The table below shows live departures for St Helens to Huyton trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern Rail19:02 St Helens
0h07
19:09 Huyton0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book St Helens to Huyton trains with Omio?

Northern Rail as well as Northern Trains Limited offer trains services from St Helens to Huyton.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from St Helens to Huyton.

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 St Helens to Huyton.
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  • 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 St Helens to Huyton.

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 St Helens to Huyton.

Journey information

Overview: Train from St Helens to Huyton

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Trains from St Helens to Huyton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 6m.

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
8 km
Average train duration
9m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
6m
First train
5:52
Last train
23:46
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
28 days
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: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from St Helens to Huyton trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between St Helens and Huyton from £4. 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 Northern Rail Duration
13m
Cheapest Northern Rail 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 Northern Trains Limited Duration
6m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£4
Northern Trains Limited frequency
50 a day

FAQs: St Helens to Huyton train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Helens to Huyton 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 Huyton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from St Helens to Huyton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The train journey from St Helens to Huyton covers a distance of 8 km and takes approximately 6m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from St Helens to Huyton is 8 km.
The first train from St Helens to Huyton leaves at 5:52.
The last train from St Helens to Huyton departs at 23:46.
Trains from St Helens to Huyton run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from St Helens to Huyton.
Yes, there is a direct train between St Helens and Huyton. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
To get from St Helens to Huyton, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from St Helens to Huyton.
The train station in St Helens that goes to Huyton is St Helens Central (SNH), and it arrives at Huyton station (HUY).
The cheapest way to get from St Helens to Huyton is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from St Helens to Huyton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from St Helens to Huyton is primarily urban and suburban, with views mainly consisting of residential areas, industrial sites, and local countryside. It is not typically considered a scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from St Helens to Huyton is feasible, with a journey time of 6m and a distance of 8 km. Trains run 3 times per day.
Huyton is best explored over a day or two, allowing time to visit local attractions and enjoy nearby areas.
Yes, you can take the train from St Helens to Huyton.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in St Helens and Huyton

Most St Helens to Huyton trains use the Lea Green to Huyton station pair. Use this guide to compare St Helens and Huyton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in St Helens
Arrival train stations in Huyton

Which St Helens station do trains to Huyton leave from?

Trains from St Helens to Huyton leave from Lea Green. The station is 3 km from St Helens city centre at Lea Green station, Marshalls Cross Road, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 3BZ.
Lea GreenLea Green station, Marshalls Cross Road, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 3BZ+44 8002006060ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Lea Green from St Helens city centre

Lea Green is 3 km from St Helens city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus755 · 17m
32A, 32, 17 · 18m · £2 · every ~12 min

Lea Green train station facilities and services

Lea Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Lea Green.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Lea Green.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Lea Green: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Lea Green: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Lea Green: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Access to both platforms is via long ramps with rest platforms or, alternatively 32 steps with handrails and rest platforms, 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.

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