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St Helens to Ely Train prices and times

Looking to travel from St Helens to Ely? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $52.13, with average prices for this route around $139.43.

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

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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00:38
St Helens Junction
07:53
Ely
7h 15m, Changes requiredNorthernTransPennine ExpressLNERCrossCountry
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05:52
St Helens Junction
09:52
Ely
4h 0m, Changes requiredNorthernTransPennine ExpressLNERCrossCountry
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06:28
St Helens Junction
10:51
Ely
4h 23m, Changes requiredNorthernTransPennine ExpressLNERCrossCountry
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06:28
St Helens Junction
11:19
Ely
4h 51m, Changes requiredNorthernEast Midlands Railway
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07:28
St Helens Junction
11:49
Ely
4h 21m, Changes requiredNorthernTransPennine ExpressLNERCrossCountry
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07:28
St Helens Junction
12:13
Paris
4h 45m, Changes requiredNorthernEast Midlands Railway
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St Helens to Ely Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:38
Last train
Last train
21:43
Departure station
Departure station
St Helens
Arrival station
Arrival station
Ely
Journey time
Journey time
3h 52m
Distance
Distance
234 km
Price
Price
$52.13*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from St Helens to Ely

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 St Helens to Ely can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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%

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

St Helens to Ely 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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