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Rainhill to St Helens Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Rainhill to St Helens? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as US$4.58, with average prices for this route around US$4.58.

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

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
06:07 6m, Direct Eccleston Park	06:13 St Helens Central	Find Tickets
06:21 6m, Direct Rainhill	06:27 St Helens Junction	Find Tickets
06:37 6m, Direct Eccleston Park	06:43 St Helens Central	Find Tickets
07:07 6m, Direct Eccleston Park	07:13 St Helens Central	Find Tickets
07:21 6m, Direct Rainhill	07:27 St Helens Junction	Find Tickets
07:37 6m, Direct Eccleston Park	07:43 Paris	Find Tickets

Rainhill to St Helens Train Route Details

First train

00:04

Last train

23:52

Departure station

Rainhill

Arrival station

St Helens

Journey time

Distance

5 km

Price

US$4.58*

Train operators

Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Rainhill to St Helens

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Rainhill to St Helens. 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Rainhill to St Helens 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%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Rainhill to St Helens, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!

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!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from Rainhill to St Helens more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Rainhill to St Helens 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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Trains from Rainhill to St Helens from US$4.58

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Rainhill to St Helens Train prices and times

Rainhill to St Helens Train Route Details