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St Helens to Birkenhead Train prices and times

Planning a journey from St Helens to Birkenhead? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as US$8.63, with average prices for this route around US$8.63. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
19:38 56m, Changes required St Helens Central	20:34 Birkenhead Hamilton Square	Find Tickets
20:02 38m, Changes required St Helens Central	20:40 Birkenhead Hamilton Square	Find Tickets
20:10 54m, Changes required St Helens Central	21:04 Birkenhead Hamilton Square	Find Tickets
20:24 46m, Changes required St Helens Junction	21:10 Birkenhead Hamilton Square	Find Tickets
20:38 56m, Changes required St Helens Central	21:34 Birkenhead Hamilton Square	Find Tickets
21:01 39m, Changes required St Helens Central	21:40 Paris	Find Tickets

St Helens to Birkenhead Train Route Details

First train

05:52

Last train

23:18

Departure station

St Helens

Arrival station

Birkenhead

Journey time

37m

Distance

21 km

Price

US$8.63*

Train operators

Northern, Merseyrail, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from St Helens to Birkenhead

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from St Helens to Birkenhead 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

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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from St Helens to Birkenhead, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

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 St Helens to Birkenhead 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 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 St Helens to Birkenhead more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

St Helens to Birkenhead 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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St Helens to Birkenhead Train prices and times

St Helens to Birkenhead Train Route Details