The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ)
Cheapest price
€4
Average price
€4
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) will cost around €4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
Of the 3 trains that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for St Helens Junction (SHJ) on Tue, Dec 09, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 09 the direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
On Tue, Dec 09 the slowest trains will take 30 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.






Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) trains for today, Monday, December 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h27 | 1:27 PM St Helens Junction (SHJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ)
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $2 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (19 km) distance in 20m.
Distance 11 miles (19 km) |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $2 (€2) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) trainsNorthern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and St Helens Junction (SHJ) from $2 (€2). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) 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 St Helens Junction (SHJ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to St Helens Junction (SHJ)
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- The Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located in the main concourse.
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:05 - 23:50 Sunday 08:20 - 23:35
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus interchange adjacent to station front. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus turning circle outside the station.
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