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St Helens to Liverpool Central Train prices and times

Looking to travel from St Helens to Liverpool Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €2.38, with average prices for this route around €6.88.

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

DepartureArrivalOperator
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23:58
50 minutes, Direct
St Helens Junction
00:48
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Liverpool Central
Northern
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St Helens to Liverpool Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:52
Last train
Last train
23:58
Departure station
Departure station
St Helens
Arrival station
Arrival station
Liverpool Central
Journey time
Journey time
32 minutes
Distance
Distance
18 km
Price
Price
€2.38*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, Merseyrail, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from St Helens to Liverpool Central

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 Liverpool Central 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 St Helens to Liverpool Central 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 St Helens to Liverpool Central, 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%

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

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.

St Helens to Liverpool Central 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%.