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Manchester to Helsby Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester to Helsby? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €3.24, with average prices for this route around €3.60. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
09:48 Manchester Oxford Road	10:34 Helsby	46m, Direct	Find Tickets
10:48 Manchester Oxford Road	11:34 Helsby	46m, Direct	Find Tickets
11:48 Manchester Oxford Road	12:35 Helsby	47m, Direct	Find Tickets
12:48 Manchester Oxford Road	13:34 Helsby	46m, Direct	Find Tickets
13:48 Manchester Oxford Road	14:34 Helsby	46m, Direct	Find Tickets
14:48 Manchester Oxford Road	15:34 Paris	46m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Manchester to Helsby Train Route Details

First train

00:27

Last train

23:34

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Helsby

Journey time

43m

Distance

27 miles

Price

€3.24*

Train operators

Northern, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Helsby

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester to Helsby. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Helsby ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Manchester to Helsby train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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