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St Helens to Elgin train prices and times

Looking to travel from St Helens to Elgin? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as NZD 57.68, with average prices for this route around NZD 297.82.

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

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
16:42 St Helens Central	07:42+1 Elgin	15h 0m, No direct	Find Tickets
18:42 St Helens Central	09:49+1 Elgin	15h 7m, No direct	Find Tickets
18:56 St Helens Junction	09:49+1 Elgin	14h 53m, No direct	Find Tickets
20:39 St Helens Central	11:36+1 Paris	14h 57m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

St Helens to Elgin train route details

First train

10:28

Last train

20:39

Departure station

St Helens

Arrival station

Elgin

Journey time

7h 59m

Distance

467 km

Price

NZD 57.68*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from St Helens to Elgin

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from St Helens to Elgin 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

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

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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

St Helens to Elgin 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:

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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%.

Trains from St Helens to Elgin from NZD 57.68

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St Helens to Elgin train prices and times

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