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Helsby to Birkenhead Central train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Helsby to Birkenhead Central, starting from £6.70 and averaging £6.95. The entire journey takes no more than 51m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:04 Helsby	08:34 Birkenhead Central	8h 30m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:08 Helsby	10:34 Birkenhead Central	1h 26m, No direct	Find Tickets
10:36 Helsby	11:34 Birkenhead Central	58m, No direct	Find Tickets
11:43 Helsby	12:34 Birkenhead Central	51m, No direct	Find Tickets
12:29 Helsby	13:34 Birkenhead Central	1h 5m, No direct	Find Tickets
12:45 Helsby	14:04 Paris	1h 19m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Helsby to Birkenhead Central train route details

First train

00:04

Last train

22:10

Departure station

Helsby

Arrival station

Birkenhead Central

Journey time

51m

Distance

14 miles

Price

£6.70*

Train Operators

Merseyrail, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Helsby to Birkenhead Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Helsby to Birkenhead Central. 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Helsby to Birkenhead Central for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 Helsby to Birkenhead Central, 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 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 Helsby to Birkenhead Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Helsby to Birkenhead Central train ticket types

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

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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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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Helsby to Birkenhead Central train prices and times

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