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Manchester Piccadilly to Helsby Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Helsby? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £3.10, with average prices for this route around £3.10. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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13:44
Manchester Piccadilly
14:34
Helsby
50m, DirectTransport for Wales
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14:44
Manchester Piccadilly
15:34
Helsby
50m, DirectTransport for Wales
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15:44
Manchester Piccadilly
16:34
Helsby
50m, DirectTransport for Wales
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15:54
Manchester Piccadilly
16:55
Helsby
1h 1m, Changes requiredNorthern
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16:44
Manchester Piccadilly
17:34
Helsby
50m, DirectTransport for Wales
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16:54
Manchester Piccadilly
17:56
Paris
1h 2m, Changes requiredNorthern
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Manchester Piccadilly to Helsby Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:24
Last train
Last train
23:42
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester Piccadilly
Arrival station
Arrival station
Helsby
Journey time
Journey time
46m
Distance
Distance
43 km
Price
Price
£3.10*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Helsby

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Helsby can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester Piccadilly to Helsby 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 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 Manchester Piccadilly to Helsby, 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%

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 Manchester Piccadilly to Helsby ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group 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.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.