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Manchester to Helsby train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester to Helsby? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$ 5.54, with average prices for this route around AU$ 6.40.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:24 Manchester Piccadilly	02:14 Helsby	1h 50m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:11 Manchester Piccadilly	07:01 Helsby	1h 50m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:16 Manchester Victoria	07:20 Helsby	1h 4m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:48 Manchester Oxford Road	07:35 Helsby	47m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:00 Deansgate	07:57 Helsby	57m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:06 Manchester Victoria	07:57 Paris	51m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Manchester to Helsby train route details

First train

00:24

Last train

23:45

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Helsby

Journey time

46m

Distance

43 km

Price

AU$ 5.54*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Northern, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Helsby

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 Manchester to Helsby 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 is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester to Helsby, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Manchester to Helsby more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to Helsby train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Manchester to Helsby with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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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%.

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