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St Helens Central to Manchester Train prices and times

Looking to travel from St Helens Central to Manchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $10.47, with average prices for this route around $16.15.

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

  • Fri, Jul 11
    From $15.53
  • Sat, Jul 12
    From $15.53
  • Sun, Jul 13
    From $15.53
  • Mon, Jul 14
    From $10.94
  • Tue, Jul 15
    From $10.47
  • Wed, Jul 16
    From $15.53
  • Thu, Jul 17
    From $15.53
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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06:14
St Helens Central
07:09
Manchester Victoria
55m, Changes requiredNorthern
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06:55
St Helens Central
08:02
Manchester Victoria
1h 7m, Changes requiredNorthern
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07:14
St Helens Central
08:09
Manchester Victoria
55m, Changes requiredNorthern
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07:56
St Helens Central
09:01
Manchester Victoria
1h 5m, Changes requiredNorthern
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07:56
St Helens Central
09:09
Manchester Victoria
1h 13m, Changes requiredNorthern
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08:14
St Helens Central
09:33
Paris
1h 19m, Changes requiredNorthern
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St Helens Central to Manchester Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:14
Last train
Last train
23:44
Departure station
Departure station
St Helens Central
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester
Journey time
Journey time
55m
Distance
Distance
22 miles
Price
Price
$10.47*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from St Helens Central to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from St Helens Central to Manchester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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%

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 St Helens Central to Manchester, 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%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from St Helens Central to Manchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

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.

St Helens Central to Manchester 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 SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.