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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Helens to Lancaster
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from St Helens to Lancaster and enjoy the approximately 68 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 22:20.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
First train 5:13 |
Last train 22:20 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
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Train companies: Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast from St Helens to Lancaster trainsNorthern Rail, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between St Helens and Lancaster. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: St Helens to Lancaster train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Helens to Lancaster 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 Lancaster, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in St Helens and Lancaster
Most St Helens to Lancaster trains use the St Helens Central to Lancaster station pair. Use this guide to compare St Helens and Lancaster train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which St Helens station do trains to Lancaster leave from?
Getting to St Helens Central from St Helens city centre
St Helens Central train station facilities and services
St Helens Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Helens Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Helens Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Helens Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St Helens Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Helens Central: 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.
Getting to Thatto Heath from St Helens city centre
Thatto Heath is 2 km from St Helens city centre. Public transport options include:
Thatto Heath train station facilities and services
Thatto Heath has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thatto Heath.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thatto Heath: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thatto Heath: 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.
Getting to Lea Green from St Helens city centre
Lea Green is 3 km from St Helens city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Which Lancaster station do trains from St Helens arrive at?
Getting to Lancaster from Lancaster city centre
Lancaster is 2 km from Lancaster city centre. Public transport options include:
Lancaster train station facilities and services
Lancaster has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lancaster.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lancaster. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lancaster: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lancaster: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lancaster: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts to All Platforms, accessible via taking the right hand entrance to the over bridge from the ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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