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St Helens to Birmingham Train prices and times

Planning a journey from St Helens to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as OMR 7.130, with average prices for this route around OMR 9.770. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
23:29 7 hours 24 minutes, Changes required St Helens Junction	06:53 +1 Birmingham New Street	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
23:29 7 hours 27 minutes, Changes required St Helens Junction	06:56 +1 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
23:58 7 hours 50 minutes, Changes required St Helens Junction	07:48 +1 Birmingham New Street	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
23:59 6 hours 54 minutes, Changes required St Helens Junction	06:53 +1 Birmingham New Street	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
23:59 6 hours 57 minutes, Changes required St Helens Junction	06:56 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

St Helens to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train

00:38

Last train

23:59

Departure station

St Helens

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

2 hours 9 minutes

Distance

123 km

Price

OMR 7.130*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from St Helens to Birmingham

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 Birmingham can result in significant cost savings.

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%

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 St Helens to Birmingham, 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!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

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

St Helens to Birmingham 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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Trains from St Helens to Birmingham from OMR 7.130

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St Helens to Birmingham Train prices and times

St Helens to Birmingham Train Route Details