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Trip Summary
18 trains operate daily from Prescot to St Helens. The train trip from Prescot to St Helens is usually about 14 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Northern Rail train can get you there in as little as 6 minutes.
Distance | 3 mi (5 km) |
Fastest train | 0h 6m |
Lowest price | $3.47 |
Trains per day | 28 |
Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Prescot to St Helens?
Northern Rail is the one and only train line which connects Prescot to St Helens. However, there are 18 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Northern Rail | 18 | 0h 14m | $3.53 |
Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Prescot to St Helens on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Prescot at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 18 scheduled trains on most days. 28 of these are direct connections to St Helens. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from St Helens to Prescot.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Prescot?
Main departure station: Eccleston Park Station
There are two stations in Prescot where you can board the train to St Helens.
All train stations in Prescot:
Eccleston Park Station
Bridge Road
Where is the train station in St Helens?
Main arrival station: St Helens Central Station
St Helens has one train station.
All train stations in St Helens:
St Helens Central Station
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