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Formby to St Helens train prices and times

Planning a journey from Formby to St Helens? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as CLP 8,120, with average prices for this route around CLP 8,120. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
22:20 2h 7m, No direct Formby	00:27 +1 St Helens Central	Find Tickets
22:50 7h 10m, No direct Formby	06:00 +1 St Helens Central	Find Tickets
23:35 6h 52m, No direct Formby	06:27 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Formby to St Helens train route details

First train

08:50

Last train

23:35

Departure station

Formby

Arrival station

St Helens

Journey time

1h 21m

Distance

25 km

Price

CLP 8,120*

Train Operators

Northern, Merseyrail, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Formby to St Helens

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Formby to St Helens can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Formby to St Helens, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Formby to St Helens more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Formby to St Helens train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Formby to St Helens from CLP 8,120

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