Bus 20 route
Route stops
65 stops • 2 directions
- St Helens Temporary Bus Hub - Stand C2
- CHALON WAY EAST/ST MARYS MARKET
- PARR ST/TODD ST
- FINGERPOST/JACKSON ST
- PARK RD/POCKET NOOK ST
- PARK RD/MERTON BANK RD
- PARK RD/LIBRARY
- PARK RD/BLACKBROOK RD
- BLACKBROOK RD/ASHURST DR
- BLACKBROOK RD/CHAIN LN
- BLACKBROOK RD/SHIP INN
- WEST END RD/P.O.
- WEST END RD/OLD WHINT RD
- WEST END RD/CHRIST CH
- CLIPSLEY LN/HUNTSMAN
- CLIPSEY LN/GROSVENOR RD
- CLIPSLEY LN/HAYDOCK HIGH SCH
- CLIPSLEY LN/IRELAND RD
- CLIPSLEY LN/GRANGE VALLEY COMMUNITY CTRE
- CHURCH RD/CONSERVATIVE CLUB
- CHURCH RD/PIELE RD
- CHURCH RD/JOHNS AVE
- Arrowsmith Road
- PENNY LN/KENYONS LN/RAM'S HEAD PH
- PENNY LN/VISTA RD
- VISTA RD/QUEENS RD
- VISTA ROAD/ABBEYWAY STH
- VISTA ROAD
- VISTA ROAD/GEORGE ST
- Vista Road/crow Lane West
- CROW LANE WEST/CLARENCE ST
- MARKET ST
- Earlestown Bus Station Stand 1
- Earlestown Bus Station Stand 3
- ST.JOHN THE BAPIST CH
- MARKET ST/CROWN ST
- CROW LANE WEST/HEATHER BRAE
- VISTA ROAD/CROW LANE WEST
- VISTA ROAD/GEORGE ST
- VISTA ROAD
- VISTA ROAD/ABBEYWAY STH
- VISTA RD/QUEENS RD
- PENNY LN/VISTA RD
- PENNY LN/KENYONS LN/RAMS HEAD PH
- Balharry Avenue
- CHURCH RD/HOMESTEAD AVE
- CHURCH RD/PIELE RD
- CHURCH RD/TESCO
- CLIPSLEY LN/HAYDOCK METHODIST CH
- CLIPSLEY LN/IRELAND RD
- CLIPSLEY LN/HAYDOCK HIGH SCH
- CLIPSEY LN/GROSVENOR RD
- WEST END RD/HUNTSMAN
- WEST END RD/CHRIST CH
- WEST END RD/OLD WHINT RD
- WEST END RD/P.O.
- BLACKBROOK RD/SHIP INN
- BLACKBROOK RD/CHAIN LN
- BLACKBROOK RD/ASHURST DR
- BLACKBROOK RD/BOARDMANS LN
- PARK RD/LIBRARY
- PARK RD/MERTON BANK RD
- FINGERPOST/JACKSON ST
- PARR ST/TODD RD
- CHALON WAY EAST/WORLD OF GLASS
Route map

Common Questions About This Route
We've gathered all the essentials based on open data. Straight answers to the questions people ask most often.What number is assigned to this route?
Route number is 20. Remember it—the number stays the same everywhere: on the stop display, in apps, on the vehicle itself. Look for 20 specifically. If you're not sure you found the right stop, just ask someone nearby: 'Does bus 20 stop here?'
Where does bus #20 run?
This route serves the St Helens (UK) region. In larger metro areas, routes can pass through several districts or towns. To know for sure if it works for you, pull up the route map and check the key stops and direction.
How often does it run?
Average interval is 30. This can shift with traffic, weather, and road conditions. For accurate wait times, check real-time tracking or the stop display if there is one.
Who's the official operator?
Operator is Arriva. This is the official company responsible for the route. If you run into problems (rude driver, breakdown, dirty vehicle, delays)—contact them. It helps to note the time, direction, and route number—makes your complaint more specific and gets handled faster. Contact info is usually on the company website or in transit apps.
Which transit system does it belong to?
This route is part of the 'Arriva' transit system. Within one network, payment and transfer rules are often consistent. Terms can differ though, so check current fares and payment methods in up-to-date sources before your trip.
How long from first stop to last?
Full journey takes about 25 in normal traffic. During rush hour or road work, it can take noticeably longer. If your trip is time-sensitive, add cushion and check arrival predictions on official sources.
Is there a fare?
Yes. Payment rules and discounts can differ by region and vehicle type. If it matters to you, verify current fares and ticket/validation requirements before traveling.
Additional Route Information
Bus 20 St Helens => Earlestown
Reference
20
Origin
St Helens Bus Station
Destination
Earlestown Bus Station
Interval
30
Route network
Arriva
Operator
Arriva
Opening hours
Mo-Sa 06:05-18:05
Travel time
25
Fare
Bus 20 Earlestown -> St Helens
Reference
20
Origin
Earlestown Bus Station
Destination
St Helens Bus Station
Interval
30
Route network
Arriva
Operator
Arriva
Opening hours
Mo-Sa 06:33-18:33
Travel time
25
Fare
Quick overview
Explore the bus 20 route in St Helens (UK). 2 directions, 65 stops, and an interactive route map available in one place.
Data source
The data is obtained from open sources and may contain inaccuracies. Route information is updated regularly.
