How to get from Runcorn to St Helens by train?

From Runcorn to St Helens by train

To get from Runcorn to St Helens in St Helens, take the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from Runcorn station to Liverpool Lime Street station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Liverpool Lime Street station to St Helens Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The train schedule from Runcorn may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to St Helens on the Moovit app.

52min
Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to St Helens
Leaves from Runcorn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Runcorn
  • 2
    Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALESTRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Wait for train
    TRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Liverpool Lime Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Lime Street
    25 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Blackpool North
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    St Helens Central
    16 min
  • 6
    Walk to St Helens
    Walk to
    St Helens
    Corporation Street
    350 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Runcorn to St Helens by train via WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY and NORTHERN

To get from Runcorn to St Helens in St Helens, take the WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY train from Runcorn station to Liverpool Lime Street station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Liverpool Lime Street station to St Helens Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min. The train schedule from Runcorn may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to St Helens on the Moovit app.

57min
Train - WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to St Helens
Leaves from Runcorn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Runcorn
  • 2
    Train - WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAYWEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Liverpool Lime Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Lime Street
    19 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Wigan North Western
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    St Helens Central
    29 min
  • 6
    Walk to St Helens
    Walk to
    St Helens
    Corporation Street
    350 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Runcorn to St Helens

The distance between Runcorn and St Helens is approximately 39.48 km, which can typically be travelled in 52 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Runcorn to St Helens by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in St Helens – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Runcorn to St Helens

To check the train schedule from Runcorn to St Helens using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Runcorn) and destination (St Helens), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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Alternative route from Runcorn to St Helens by train via WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY and NORTHERN

To get from Runcorn to St Helens in St Helens, take the WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY train from Runcorn station to Liverpool Lime Street station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Liverpool Lime Street station to St Helens Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min. The train schedule from Runcorn may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to St Helens on the Moovit app.

57min
Train - WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to St Helens
Leaves from Runcorn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Runcorn
  • 2
    Train - WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAYWEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Liverpool Lime Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Lime Street
    19 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Wigan North Western
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    St Helens Central
    29 min
  • 6
    Walk to St Helens
    Walk to
    St Helens
    Corporation Street
    350 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Runcorn to St Helens?

    The fastest way takes 52 minutes, using Train line TRANSPORT FOR WALES, Train line NORTHERN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Runcorn to St Helens?

    The alternative route takes 57 minutes, using Train line WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY, Train line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct train between Runcorn and St Helens?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 52 min.

  • Which train line goes from Runcorn to St Helens?

    The TRANSPORT FOR WALES train line goes from Liverpool Lime Street station near Runcorn in Runcorn to Liverpool Lime Street station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Liverpool Lime Street station near St Helens.

  • How long does it take to travel from Runcorn to St Helens by train?

    The total travel time between Runcorn and St Helens by train is about 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Runcorn to get to St Helens?

    Get on the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from the Liverpool Lime Street station near Runcorn in Runcorn.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Runcorn and St Helens?

    Get off the train at the Liverpool Lime Street station, which is closest to St Helens.

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