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St Helens Central to Birkenhead train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from St Helens Central to Birkenhead, starting from £6.30 and averaging £6.30. The entire journey takes no more than 37m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
20:38 St Helens Central | 21:34 Birkenhead Hamilton Square |   | Find Tickets |
21:01 St Helens Central | 21:40 Birkenhead Hamilton Square | | Find Tickets |
21:09 St Helens Central | 22:04 Birkenhead Hamilton Square | | Find Tickets |
21:38 St Helens Central | 22:34 Birkenhead Hamilton Square | | Find Tickets |
22:05 St Helens Central | 22:50 Birkenhead Hamilton Square | | Find Tickets |
22:24 St Helens Central | 23:20 Paris | | Find Tickets |
St Helens Central to Birkenhead train route details
First train
05:52
Last train
23:18
Journey time
37m
Distance
21 km
Price
£6.30*
How to book cheap train tickets from St Helens Central to Birkenhead
Travelling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from St Helens Central 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.
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 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 travelling from St Helens Central 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 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 Birkenhead 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 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 St Helens Central to Birkenhead more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
St Helens Central to Birkenhead 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:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.