Bus from Kirkby (Merseyside) to St Helens (Merseyside)
1 direct route · about 43 min · first bus 07:04, last bus 19:14 (weekdays).
Next buses to St Helens (Merseyside) as of 10:24
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Kirkby, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 297 | Metro Network | ~43 min | 13 | Sat 13 · no Sunday buses | 07:04 | 19:14 | Lees Road (adj) | Toll Bar (adj) | Knowsley, Huyton, Prescot, Whiston, Prescot & Eccleston |
Times are for the first boarding point in Kirkby on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 297 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Kirkby to St Helens?
The 297 (Metro Network) runs directly from Kirkby to St Helens. Board at Lees Road (adj) and get off at Toll Bar (adj); the journey takes about 43 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Kirkby to St Helens?
Around 43 minutes on the 297, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Knowsley, Huyton, Prescot, Whiston and other stops on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Kirkby to St Helens?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 07:04 and the last around 19:14. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Kirkby to St Helens?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.