289
St Helens ↔ Kirkby Bus Times
07:00
55 minKirkby Bus Station 08:2008:00
115 minKirkby Bus Station 09:2009:00
175 minKirkby Bus Station 10:2010:00
235 minKirkby Bus Station 11:2011:00
295 minKirkby Bus Station 12:2012:00
355 minKirkby Bus Station 13:20SATURDAY · 11 services07:00 — 17:00
The 289 bus runs between St Helens and Kirkby, operated by Huyton Travel. This route has 79 stops. Looking like 14°C and clear for the next bus at 07:00. Pleasant enough for the wait.
Number 289 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Fares & Tickets
Single
£2.00
Day Pass
£6.00
Passes through:
St HelensDentons GreenCowley HillSt Helens NewtownWest ParkRavenheadThatto HeathRainhillSt AnnsHoltWhistonPrescotLongviewKnowsleyKnowsley ParkKnowsley Industrial ParkSouthdeneKirkby
Where does the 289 bus stop?
The 289 serves 79 stops passing through St Helens, Dentons Green, Cowley Hill, St Helens Newtown, West Park, Ravenhead, Thatto Heath, Rainhill, St Anns, Holt, Whiston, Prescot, Longview, Knowsley, Knowsley Park, Knowsley Industrial Park, Southdene and Kirkby. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 289 run on weekends?
Yes, the 289 runs on Saturdays. The weekend timetable may have fewer departures than weekdays - use the day tabs above to compare.
Can I use a bus pass on the 289?
Most Huyton Travel services accept concessionary bus passes (including the English National Concessionary Travel Scheme for eligible passengers). Contactless payment is widely accepted. Check with Huyton Travel for specific ticket options on this route.
Does the 289 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 289. On bank holidays, most operators run a Sunday or reduced service. Contact Huyton Travel to confirm bank holiday arrangements.
Sources:
Bus Open Data Service (BODS) for timetable and route data · BODS Fares API for fare data
NOC: HUYT
Valid from 01 Jan 2026 to 05 Sep 2026
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 28 Mar 2026
This route serves 79 bus stops across 18 areas.