Bus from St Helens (Merseyside) to Kirkby (Merseyside)
1 direct route · about 45 min · first bus 06:05, last bus 18:19 (weekdays).
Next buses to Kirkby (Merseyside) as of 11:18
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in St Helens, 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 | ~45 min | 13 | Sat 13 · no Sunday buses | 06:05 | 18:19 | Toll Bar (adj) | Cherryfield Drive (adj) | Eccleston, Prescot, Whiston, Prescot, Huyton & Knowsley |
Times are for the first boarding point in St Helens 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 St Helens to Kirkby?
The 297 (Metro Network) runs directly from St Helens to Kirkby. Board at Toll Bar (adj) and get off at Cherryfield Drive (adj); the journey takes about 45 minutes.
How long does the bus take from St Helens to Kirkby?
Around 45 minutes on the 297, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Eccleston, Prescot, Whiston, Prescot and other stops on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from St Helens to Kirkby?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 06:05 and the last around 18:19. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from St Helens to Kirkby?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.