🚌 Bus from Ashton-in-Makerfield to St Helens
2 direct routes · about 24 min · first bus 05:42, last bus 23:15 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 320 | Arriva North West | ~24 min | 87 | 05:42 | 23:15 | Ashton View (Stop C) |
| 742 | Huyton Travel | ~50 min | 1 | 07:38 | 07:38 | St Luke's Church (opp) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Ashton-in-Makerfield on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Ashton-in-Makerfield to St Helens?
2 routes run directly from Ashton-in-Makerfield to St Helens: the 320 (Arriva North West), the 742 (Huyton Travel).
How long does the bus take from Ashton-in-Makerfield to St Helens?
Around 24 minutes on the 320, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Ashton-in-Makerfield to St Helens?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 320) leaves around 05:42 and the last around 23:15. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Ashton-in-Makerfield to St Helens?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.