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St Helens to Salford train prices and times

Planning a journey from St Helens to Salford? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 28.11, with average prices for this route around NZD 29.82. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

DepartsArrivesOperator
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22:28
43m, No direct
St Helens Junction
23:11
Salford Crescent
Northern
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St Helens to Salford train route details

First train
First train
00:09
Last train
Last train
22:28
Departure station
Departure station
St Helens
Arrival station
Arrival station
Salford
Journey time
Journey time
37m
Distance
Distance
30 km
Price
Price
NZD 28.11*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from St Helens to Salford

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

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

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 Salford 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%

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 St Helens to Salford, 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%

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 to Salford 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

Group travels to save 1/3

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

St Helens to Salford 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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