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Birmingham to Helsby train prices and times

Planning a journey from Birmingham to Helsby? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as DKK 101.78, with average prices for this route around DKK 125.46. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
05:30 Birmingham New Street	07:01 Helsby	1h 31m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:34 Birmingham New Street	07:20 Helsby	1h 46m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:05 Birmingham New Street	08:01 Helsby	1h 56m, No direct		Find Tickets
06:22 Birmingham New Street	08:52 Helsby	2h 30m, No direct		Find Tickets
06:34 Birmingham New Street	08:18 Helsby	1h 44m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
07:07 Birmingham New Street	09:01 Paris	1h 54m, No direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Birmingham to Helsby train route details

First train

05:30

Last train

23:40

Departure station

Birmingham

Arrival station

Helsby

Journey time

1h 28m

Distance

67 miles

Price

DKK 101.78*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Helsby

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Birmingham to Helsby. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

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 Birmingham 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 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 Birmingham to Helsby ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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 Birmingham to Helsby more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham to Helsby train ticket types

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

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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Trains from Birmingham to Helsby from DKK 101.78

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