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St Helens Central to Ashton-in-Makerfield Train prices and times

Looking to travel from St Helens Central to Ashton-in-Makerfield? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $4.41, with average prices for this route around $4.41.

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
20:14 6 minutes, Direct St Helens Central	20:20 Garswood	Find Tickets
20:44 7 minutes, Direct St Helens Central	20:51 Garswood	Find Tickets
21:14 6 minutes, Direct St Helens Central	21:20 Garswood	Find Tickets
21:43 6 minutes, Direct St Helens Central	21:49 Garswood	Find Tickets
22:43 6 minutes, Direct St Helens Central	22:49 Paris	Find Tickets

St Helens Central to Ashton-in-Makerfield Train Route Details

First train

00:28

Last train

22:43

Departure station

St Helens Central

Arrival station

Ashton-in-Makerfield

Journey time

6 minutes

Distance

8 km

Price

$4.41*

Train operators

Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from St Helens Central to Ashton-in-Makerfield

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 Central to Ashton-in-Makerfield. 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

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 Central to Ashton-in-Makerfield, 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from St Helens Central to Ashton-in-Makerfield ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 Central to Ashton-in-Makerfield more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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Save money on your trip from St Helens Central to Ashton-in-Makerfield with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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St Helens Central to Ashton-in-Makerfield Train prices and times

St Helens Central to Ashton-in-Makerfield Train Route Details