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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
29 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 3 trains that leave St Helens Junction (SHJ) for Manchester Airport (MIA) on Tue, May 12, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 12 the direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
On Tue, May 12 the slowest trains will take 58 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.
10:27 AM0h58St Helens Junction (SHJ)11:25 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$41One-way0 transfers- 3:27 PM0h58St Helens Junction (SHJ)4:25 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$61One-way0 transfers
- 6:27 AM0h58St Helens Junction (SHJ)7:25 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$121One-way0 transfers
- 6:27 AM0h58St Helens Junction (SHJ)7:25 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$121One-way0 transfers
- 3:27 PM0h58St Helens Junction (SHJ)4:25 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$61One-way0 transfers
- 10:27 AM0h58St Helens Junction (SHJ)11:25 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$41One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $4, and a bus costs an average of $4.
Distance: 18 miles (29 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Manchester Airport (MIA):
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Manchester Airport (MIA) costing on average $14 (€11).
Other travel options to Manchester Airport (MIA) take longer:
Train takes on average 57m.
Tickets start at around $11 (€9) compared to roughly $10 (€8) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-0.87 (€-0.69). The journey takes 57m versus 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times
The table below shows live departures for St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for today, Monday, May 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:28 PM St Helens Junction (SHJ) | 1h52 | 1:20 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, May 12 | |||||
| 6:27 AM St Helens Junction (SHJ) | 0h58 | 7:25 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:27 AM St Helens Junction (SHJ) | 0h58 | 11:25 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:27 PM St Helens Junction (SHJ) | 0h58 | 4:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
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Trains from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 57m. 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 04:20, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 18 miles (29 km) distance in 57m.
Distance 18 miles (29 km) |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 4:20 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between St Helens Junction (SHJ) and Manchester Airport (MIA) from $4 (€3). 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 St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 Manchester Airport (MIA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
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- 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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Dining
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Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- 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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