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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from St Helens to Walkden
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£22
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
58 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 51 m
Trains on 18 Sept
4
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Helens to Walkden 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 Walkden will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
To travel from St Helens to Walkden you need to make at least one change.
7:140h58St Helens8:12Walkden£111One-way1 change- 6:562h20St Helens9:16Walkden£181One-way2 changes
- 7:562h20St Helens10:16Walkden£181One-way2 changes
8:291h47St Helens10:16Walkden£401One-way3 changes
- 7:140h58St Helens8:12Walkden£111One-way1 change
- 8:291h47St Helens10:16Walkden£401One-way3 changes
- 6:562h20St Helens9:16Walkden£181One-way2 changes
- 7:562h20St Helens10:16Walkden£181One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for St Helens to Walkden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Helens to Walkden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 23 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £5 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 5m Average total duration Fastest 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Walkden take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 29m.
Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £5 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-16.48. The journey takes 35m versus 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
St Helens to Walkden train times
The table below shows live departures for St Helens to Walkden trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:56 St Helens | 2h20 | 9:16 Walkden | 2 changes | |
| 7:14 St Helens | 0h58 | 8:12 Walkden | 1 change | |
| 7:56 St Helens | 2h20 | 10:16 Walkden | 2 changes | |
| 8:29 St Helens | 1h47 | 10:16 Walkden | 3 changes | |
| 8:56 St Helens | 2h20 | 11:16 Walkden | 2 changes | |
| 9:57 St Helens | 2h19 | 12:16 Walkden | 2 changes | |
| 10:56 St Helens | 2h20 | 13:16 Walkden | 2 changes | |
| 11:57 St Helens | 2h19 | 14:16 Walkden | 2 changes | |
| 12:32 St Helens | 1h44 | 14:16 Walkden | 3 changes | |
| 12:56 St Helens | 2h20 | 15:16 Walkden | 2 changes | |
| 13:56 St Helens | 2h20 | 16:16 Walkden | 2 changes | |
| 14:56 St Helens | 2h20 | 17:16 Walkden | 2 changes | |
| 15:56 St Helens | 2h20 | 18:16 Walkden | 2 changes | |
| 16:28 St Helens | 1h48 | 18:16 Walkden | 3 changes | |
| 16:56 St Helens | 2h20 | 19:16 Walkden | 2 changes | |
| 17:32 St Helens | 2h14 | 19:46 Walkden | 2 changes | |
| 17:56 St Helens | 1h50 | 19:46 Walkden | 3 changes | |
| 17:56 St Helens | 2h20 | 20:16 Walkden | 2 changes | |
| 18:56 St Helens | 1h50 | 20:46 Walkden | 2 changes | |
| 19:56 St Helens | 1h50 | 21:46 Walkden | 2 changes | |
| 20:56 St Helens | 2h04 | 23:00 Walkden | 2 changes | |
| 21:43 St Helens | 2h16 | 23:59 Walkden | 2 changes | |
| 23:44 St Helens | 7h32 | 7:16 Walkden | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Helens to Walkden
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from St Helens to Walkden run on average 6 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 58m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 5:52 |
Last train 22:29 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from St Helens to Walkden trainsNorthern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between St Helens and Walkden from £11. 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 Walkden train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Helens to Walkden 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 Walkden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in St Helens and Walkden
Most St Helens to Walkden trains use the St Helens Central to Walkden station pair. Use this guide to compare St Helens and Walkden 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 Walkden 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 St Helens Junction from St Helens city centre
St Helens Junction is 3 km from St Helens city centre. Public transport options include:
St Helens Junction train station facilities and services
St Helens Junction has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Helens Junction.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Helens Junction: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at St Helens Junction: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Helens Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Level access to the Manchester platform including tactile guidance path from main street, car park and bus interchange. Alternative access to Manchester platform is up stepped ramp from Helena Road. Access to the Liverpool bound platform has a long severe ramp and is via a locked gate. Station staff have a key. The access ramp is cobbled and has a safety barrier at the bottom in Helena Road. Alternative access is via an open step bridge with 27 steps to each platform, 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 ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Walkden station do trains from St Helens arrive at?
Getting to Walkden from Walkden city centre
Walkden train station facilities and services
Walkden 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 Walkden.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Walkden.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Walkden: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Walkden: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Walkden: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, Services towards Manchester: From Walkden Road, up 14 steps into the ticket office and then up 28 steps onto the platform. Trains to Manchester leave on the left. Services Towards Wigan leave on the right, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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