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St Helens to Salford Train prices and times

Looking to travel from St Helens to Salford? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as SAR 59.04, with average prices for this route around SAR 62.64.

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

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
08:43 46m, Changes required St Helens Junction	09:29 Salford Central	Find Tickets
08:43 2h 25m, Changes required St Helens Junction	11:08 Salford Crescent	Find Tickets
08:55 1h 55m, Changes required St Helens Central	10:50 Salford Crescent	Find Tickets
09:52 1h 16m, Changes required St Helens Junction	11:08 Salford Crescent	Find Tickets
09:52 1h 36m, Changes required St Helens Junction	11:28 Salford Central	Find Tickets
10:43 2h 7m, Changes required St Helens Central	12:50 Paris	Find Tickets

St Helens to Salford Train Route Details

First train

08:43

Last train

20:55

Departure station

St Helens

Arrival station

Salford

Journey time

46m

Distance

30 km

Price

SAR 59.04*

Train operators

Northern, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from St Helens to Salford

Traveling 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 (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from St Helens to Salford, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often 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!

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

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