Trains from Runcorn East
to St Helens Central
From £16.40
Runcorn East to St Helens Centralby train on average takes 1 hrs 31 mins
Runcorn East to St Helens Central one way only
Cheapest Advance Single
from £16.40
* Cheapest Advanced Single available when booked 9 weeks in advance
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- Trains depart every 45 minutes
- First train leaves Runcorn East at 04:10
- Last train leaves Runcorn East at 22:12
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Runcorn East to St Helens Central train times
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Station Message
TfW Penalty Fare Zone ExpansionThis station is within the TfW Penalty Fare Zone. For more information visit tfw.wales/penalty-fares.
Runcorn East facilities
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Ticket office
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Ticket OfficeYes
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Prepurchase CollectionTicket Office: Yes
Ticket Machine: Yes -
Ticket MachineYes
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Smartcard IssuedNo
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Smartcard ValidatorNo
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Penalty FaresPenalty fares apply for AW
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Facilities
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Car ParkYes
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Seated AreaYes
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Waiting RoomNo
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Station BuffetNo
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ToiletsNo
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Accessible toiletsNo
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Baby ChangeNo
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TelephonesNo
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Wi Fi
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Rail replacement locations
The rail replacement bus stop is on the main road near the station car park.
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CCTVYes
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Toilets
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Accessible toiletsNo
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Staffing and customer services
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Staffing LevelPart time
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Lost propertyYes
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Contact Details
Url: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/03333 211 202 -
AvailableYes
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Operator Name
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Information Available From StaffYes - from ticket office
Yes - from help point -
Passenger Information SystemsDeparture Screens
Arrival Screens
Announcements -
Customer Help PointsYes
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Ticket gatesNo
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Parking
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Contact Details
Url: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/03333211202 -
Operator NameLocal Authority
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NameStation Car Park
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Spaces50
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ChargesFree
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Number Accessible Spaces0
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Accessible Car Park EquipmentYes
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CctvNo
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Bicycle Facilities
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Spaces16
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ShelteredYes
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CctvYes
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Location
A total of 16 spaces are provided at the station in two locations. Both platforms have a joint waiting/cycle shelter in which there are 4 Sheffield stands providing parking for up to 16 bicycles.
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TypeStands
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Accessibility
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Helpline
03333 211202
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Helpline opening hoursMon-Sun 08:00 to 20:00
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Staff Help AvailableYes
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Induction LoopYes
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Accessible Ticket MachinesYes
The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only. Ticket machines have touchscreen controls.
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Height Adjusted Ticket Office CounterYes
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Ramp For Train AccessYes
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Accessible TaxisNo
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Accessible Public TelephonesNo
Located outside the ticket office on the wall
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Accessible toiletsNo
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Step Free Access
Category B2.
Step free access to Platform 1 (to Chester) via a ramp with handrails and a steep gradient.
Step free access to Platform 2 (to Manchester) via a ramp with handrails and a steep gradient.
Access between both platforms is via a footbridge.
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Ticket GatesNo
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Impaired Mobility Set DownYes
There is an unmarked location in the car park.
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Wheelchairs AvailableNo
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St Helens Central facilities
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Ticket office
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Ticket OfficeYes
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Prepurchase CollectionYes
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Ticket MachineYes
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Smartcard IssuedYes
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Smartcard TopupYes
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Smartcard ValidatorYes
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Smartcard Comments
More information at www.northernrailway.co.uk/smart
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Penalty FaresPenalty fares apply for Northern
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Facilities
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Car ParkYes
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Seated AreaYes
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Waiting RoomYes
yes and shelter
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TrolleysYes
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Station BuffetNo
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ToiletsYes
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Accessible toiletsYes
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Baby ChangeYes
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TelephonesYes
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Wi Fi
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Rail replacement locations
Pick Up / Drop Off on Station forecourt (off Shaw Street).
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CCTVYes
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Toilets
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AvailableYes
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Accessible toiletsYes
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Staffing and customer services
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Staffing LevelFull time
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Lost propertyYes
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Contact Details
Url: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/08002006060 -
Open
Open 0700-2200 7 days per week
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Information Available From StaffIf the station is not staffed please use our helpline 08002006060
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Information Services Open
Information available from Help Point 24/7.
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Passenger Information SystemsDeparture Screens
Announcements -
Customer Help PointsYes
Platforms 1&2
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Ticket gatesYes
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Parking
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Contact Details
Car Park Charges: Free for Rail Users. £6.00 per day for Non-Rail Users. RingGo code 5704
Url: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/ -
Operator NameNorthern
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NameStation 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
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Spaces129
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Number Accessible Spaces7
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Accessible Spaces Note
2 Electric Vehicle Charging spaces
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Accessible Car Park EquipmentYes
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CctvYes
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Bicycle Facilities
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Spaces10
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ShelteredNo
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CctvYes
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Location
Platform 1
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Annotation
10 hoops
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TypeStands
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Accessibility
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Helpline
0800 138 5560 text relay 18001 0800 138 5560
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Helpline opening hoursMon-Sun 24h
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Staff help available opening hoursMon-Sat 05:40 to 00:01
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Induction LoopYes
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Accessible Ticket MachinesYes
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Height Adjusted Ticket Office CounterNo
Ticket office staff make every effort to provide the assistance that disabled passengers require.
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Ramp For Train AccessYes
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Accessible toiletsYes
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Step Free Access
- 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.
To find our more about travelling around this station, please see the 360 map click here
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Ticket GatesYes
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Impaired Mobility Set DownNo
No designated area is provided. The station front may be used for set down purposes.
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Wheelchairs AvailableYes
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