The cheapest and fastest trains from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 5 trains that leave St Helens Central (SNH) for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 33 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 10 miles (17 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€7 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:32 AM St Helens Central (SNH) | 0h25 | 6:57 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:10 AM St Helens Central (SNH) | 0h33 | 9:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:01 PM St Helens Central (SNH) | 0h20 | 12:21 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:26 PM St Helens Central (SNH) | 0h20 | 6:46 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:02 PM St Helens Central (SNH) | 0h19 | 7:21 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Trains from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:32, the last at 22:18. The fastest train covers the 10 miles (17 km) distance in 19m.
Distance 10 miles (17 km) |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€4) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 06:32 |
Last train 22:18 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between St Helens Central (SNH) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from $4 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
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FAQs: Trains from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from St Helens Central (SNH) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:50 - 20:40 Sunday 08:00 - 22:00 Sunday opening April to August is 0800 - 2200
- Car Park: Station Car Park - FREE FOR RAIL USERS - MUST DISPLAY A PARKING PERMIT WHICH IS AVAILABLE FROM THE BOOKING OFFICE ON PURCHASE / PRODUCTION OF VALID RAIL TICKET
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus station 400 yards from rail station. (5 minutes walk). Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Station forecourt (off Shaw Street).
- 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.
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