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Warrington Museum & Art Gallery
Town museum in the Cultural Quarter covering Warrington's archaeology, industry and social history with changing exhibitions.
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£10
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
1 h 26 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
1 h 26 m
Trains on 20 Sept
1
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Helens to Warrington 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 Warrington will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 1 trains from St Helens to Warrington, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Helens to Warrington 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 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 13 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£10 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest | £3 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from St Helens to Warrington:
A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St Helens to Warrington costing on average £10.
Other travel options to Warrington take longer:
Coach takes on average 33m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (24m by train vs 28m by car). Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £3 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.
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.
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Trains from St Helens to Warrington run on average 6 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:19, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 44m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 1:19 |
Last train 23:08 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Warrington — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Warrington trip today.
Town museum in the Cultural Quarter covering Warrington's archaeology, industry and social history with changing exhibitions.
Volunteer-run transport museum with preserved buses, memorabilia and special open days celebrating local road transport heritage.
Contemporary gallery space hosting rotating exhibitions, events and workshops in a restored town-centre building.
Large public park with formal gardens, woodland walks, a lake, play areas and family attractions close to the town centre.
Popular linear park and walking route along the old railway, ideal for quiet strolls, wildlife spotting and cycling.
Picturesque village area centred on the dam and bridge, with waterside views, historic character and an easy walking circuit.
A crumbly, salty Cheshire cow’s milk cheese long made in the county. It is one of the area’s best-known traditional foods and is often eaten with bread or pickles.
A regional fruit loaf from north-west England, packed with dried fruit and peel. It is a traditional tea-time bake associated with Cheshire and nearby towns.
A classic north-west dish of lamb or mutton baked slowly with sliced potatoes and onions. It is hearty pub fare long eaten across Lancashire and Cheshire.
Popular independent restaurant serving tapas and small plates in a lively, informal setting in Stockton Heath.
Stylish grill and British restaurant in Stockton Heath, known for steaks, roasts and polished but relaxed dining.
Smart town-centre venue specialising in British steaks, grills and cocktails with a contemporary feel.
Moderate by UK standards. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in Manchester or London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise 10-12.5% is common for good service. Round up in taxis. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Warrington Central -> Warrington Bus Interchange
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Helens to Warrington 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 Warrington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most St Helens to Warrington trains use the St Helens Junction to Warrington Bank Quay station pair, with some services arriving at Warrington Central. Use this guide to compare St Helens and Warrington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at St Helens Central.
Ticket office support is available at St Helens Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Helens Central: Parking, WC.
Available at St Helens Central: Bike Parking.
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.
St Helens Junction is 3 km from St Helens city centre. Public transport options include:
St Helens Junction has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at St Helens Junction.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Helens Junction: Parking.
Available at St Helens Junction: Bike Parking.
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.
Warrington Bank Quay is 1 km from Warrington city centre. Public transport options include:
Warrington Bank Quay has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Warrington Bank Quay.
Wi-Fi is available at Warrington Bank Quay. ATMs are available at Warrington Bank Quay.
Ticket office support is available at Warrington Bank Quay. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warrington Bank Quay: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warrington Bank Quay: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington Bank Quay: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Warrington Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Warrington Central.
Ticket office support is available at Warrington Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warrington Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Warrington Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access is available to both platforms at the station. Customer Lifts are available from first to last train, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
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