Manchester Airport (MIA) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) train with Northern Rail (3)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to St Helens Junction (SHJ)

Showing times and prices for Nov 27

Cheapest price

$8

Average price

$11

Fastest journey

52 m

Average duration

56 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

29 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 Manchester Airport (MIA) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for St Helens Junction (SHJ) on Thu, Nov 27, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 27 the direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .

On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest trains will take 1 h 7 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.

Northern Rail (3)
06:32PM0h52
Manchester Airport (MIA)
07:24PMSt Helens Junction (SHJ)
$81One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)
07:17AM1h07
Manchester Airport (MIA)
08:24AMSt Helens Junction (SHJ)
$121One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)
07:32AM0h52
Manchester Airport (MIA)
08:24AMSt Helens Junction (SHJ)
$121One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)
04:32PM0h52
Manchester Airport (MIA)
05:24PMSt Helens Junction (SHJ)
$121One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport (MIA) to St Helens Junction (SHJ)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) 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 bus which can get you there in 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, and a bus costs an average of €10.

Distance: 18 miles (29 km)

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€8

Average price

Cheapest

€10

Average price

1h 23m

Average total duration

53m

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30m

Additional time*

55m

Average total duration

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25m

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30m

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Northern Rail (3)

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Live departures

Manchester Airport (MIA) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) trains for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 2:58 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
northern_rail7:32 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h52
8:24 AM St Helens Junction (SHJ)0 transfersDirect
northern_rail11:32 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h53
12:25 PM St Helens Junction (SHJ)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to St Helens Junction (SHJ)

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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 19:32. The fastest train covers the 18 miles (29 km) distance in 52m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
18 miles (29 km)
Average train duration
53m
Cheapest ticket price
$4 (€3)
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
52m
First train
04:32
Last train
19:32
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Manchester Airport (MIA) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and St Helens Junction (SHJ) from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
52m
Cheapest Price
$4 (€3)
Northern Rail (3) frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to St Helens Junction (SHJ)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) 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.

FAQs
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Airport to St Helens Junction is feasible. The journey takes 52m, covering a distance of 18 miles (29 km). Trains run frequently with 6 trips per day.
The train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) takes 52m and runs 6 per day.
The distance by train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) is 18 miles (29 km).
The train journey from Manchester Airport to St Helens Junction offers a mix of urban and suburban views, with glimpses of the Greater Manchester and Merseyside areas, but is not renowned for particularly scenic landscapes.
The last train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) leaves at 7:32 PM.
Train ticket prices from Manchester Airport (MIA) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $4 (€3), while the average price is around $10 (€8).
There is no high speed train available from Manchester Airport (MIA) to St Helens Junction (SHJ).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) is by train, with a cost of around $4 (€3).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester Airport (MIA) to St Helens Junction (SHJ).
The first train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to St Helens Junction (SHJ) leaves at 4:32 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to St Helens Junction (SHJ).
Yes, there is a direct train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to St Helens Junction (SHJ). This service operates 5 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3).

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Manchester Airport (MIA) to St Helens Junction (SHJ)

Manchester
St Helens
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your trip from Manchester to St Helens.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
  • Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: No cycle storage
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Manchester Airport
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.

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