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289 Bus Times – St Helens ↔ Kirkby
13:00
10 minKirkby Bus Station 14:1914:00
70 minKirkby Bus Station 15:1915:00
130 minKirkby Bus Station 16:1916:00
190 minKirkby Bus Station 17:1917:00
250 minKirkby Bus Station 18:19SATURDAY · 11 services07:00 — 17:00
The 289 bus runs between St Helens and Kirkby, operated by Huyton Travel. This route has 79 stops.
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.
How do I contact Huyton Travel about the 289?
You can contact Huyton Travel by phone on 0151 449 3868 for questions about the 289 bus, including lost property, refunds and service changes.
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: 05 Aug 2026
This route serves 79 bus stops across 18 areas.