The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsby to Warrington
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
17 m
Average duration
17 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Helsby to Warrington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsby to Warrington will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 5 trains that leave Helsby for Warrington on Thu, May 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 17 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.
6:29 AM0h19Helsby6:48 AMWarrington$81One-way0 transfers
7:30 AM0h18Helsby7:48 AMWarrington$81One-way0 transfers
8:29 AM0h19Helsby8:48 AMWarrington$81One-way0 transfers
7:17 PM0h17Helsby7:34 PMWarrington$81One-way0 transfers
6:01 AM0h18Helsby6:19 AMWarrington$91One-way0 transfers
9:02 AM0h17Helsby9:19 AMWarrington$91One-way0 transfers
10:02 AM0h17Helsby10:19 AMWarrington$91One-way0 transfers
11:02 AM0h17Helsby11:19 AMWarrington$91One-way0 transfers
12:02 PM0h17Helsby12:19 PMWarrington$91One-way0 transfers
1:02 PM0h17Helsby1:19 PMWarrington$91One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Helsby to Warrington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsby to Warrington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $3, and a bus costs an average of $5.
Distance: 11 miles (18 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$3 Average price Cheapest | $5 Average price | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
49m Average total duration Fastest 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Helsby to Warrington:
A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Helsby to Warrington costing on average $5 (€4).
Other travel options to Warrington take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 5m.
The journey is about 11m faster (19m by train vs 30m by car) and roughly $3 (€3) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($3 (€2) vs $6 (€5)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Helsby to Warrington train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsby to Warrington trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:10 AM Helsby | 1h06 | 6:16 AM Warrington | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:01 AM Helsby | 0h18 | 6:19 AM Warrington | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:29 AM Helsby | 0h19 | 6:48 AM Warrington | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:01 AM Helsby | 0h18 | 7:19 AM Warrington | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 AM Helsby | 0h18 | 7:48 AM Warrington | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsby to Warrington
Trains from Helsby to Warrington run on average 3 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (18 km) distance in 18m.
Distance 11 miles (18 km) |
Average train duration 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€2) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 5:42 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern Rail from Helsby to Warrington trainsTransport for Wales, Northern Rail trains will get you between Helsby and Warrington from $3 (€2). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
Northern Rail
FAQs: Trains from Helsby to Warrington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsby 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Helsby to Warrington
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. Step free access to the platform from the car park. Platforms 2, 3 and 4 are only accessible via the footbridge.
- 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 ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only. Ticket machine is on Chester-bound platform.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stops are located on the main road.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the service bus stops on Chester Road, adjacent to the Helsby Spice restaurant for services towards Warrington, opposite side for services towards Ellesmere Port.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:00 Saturday 05:45 - 19:00 Sunday 08:45 - 19:00
- Car Park: Warrington Bank Quay Car Park 2 - Slutchers Lane
- 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 2 and 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 28 cycle spaces are available outside the main entrance and 8 cycle spaces are on Platform 3/4.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Station Forecourt.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 20:40 Sunday 08:25 - 20:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops outside the Station Entrance.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level Access via Ramp
- 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
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Station Road, opposite the station car park entrance for services to Manchester, adjacent to the car park entrance for services to Warrington.
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