How to get from Chester to St Helens by train?

From Chester to St Helens by train

To get from Chester to St Helens in St Helens, take the MERSEYRAIL train from Chester 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 1 hr 19 min. The train schedule from Chester may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to St Helens on the Moovit app.

79min
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to St Helens
Leaves from Chester

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Chester
  • 2
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Chester
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Lime Street
    41 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

From Chester to St Helens by bus and train

To get from Chester to St Helens you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the MERSEYRAIL train from Chester station to Liverpool Lime Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally take the 17 bus from Lea Green Station station to Ward Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 28 min. The train schedule from Chester may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to St Helens on the Moovit app.

88min
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - 1717
Walk to St Helens
Leaves from Chester

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Chester
  • 2
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Chester
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Lime Street
    43 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Hull
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lea Green
    11 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lea Green Station
    80 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    Coalville Road
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ward Street
    14 min
  • 9
    Walk to St Helens
    Walk to
    St Helens
    Corporation Street
    500 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Chester to St Helens

The distance between Chester and St Helens is approximately 49.54 km, which can typically be travelled in 79 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chester 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 Chester to St Helens

To check the train schedule from Chester to St Helens using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Chester) 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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From Chester to St Helens by bus and train

To get from Chester to St Helens you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the MERSEYRAIL train from Chester station to Liverpool Lime Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally take the 17 bus from Lea Green Station station to Ward Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 28 min. The train schedule from Chester may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to St Helens on the Moovit app.

88min
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - 1717
Walk to St Helens
Leaves from Chester

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Chester
  • 2
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Chester
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Lime Street
    43 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Hull
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lea Green
    11 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lea Green Station
    80 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    Coalville Road
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ward Street
    14 min
  • 9
    Walk to St Helens
    Walk to
    St Helens
    Corporation Street
    500 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 79 minutes, using Train line MERSEYRAIL, Train line NORTHERN.

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

    The alternative route takes 88 minutes, using Train line MERSEYRAIL, Train line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, Bus line 17.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 19 min.

  • Which train line goes from Chester to St Helens?

    The MERSEYRAIL train line goes from Chester station near Chester in Chester 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 Chester to St Helens by train?

    The total travel time between Chester and St Helens by train is about 1 hr 19 min.

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

    Get on the MERSEYRAIL train from the Chester station near Chester in Chester.

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

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

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