The average train between Manchester and Helsby takes 47 min and the fastest train takes 43 min. There is an hourly train service from Manchester to Helsby. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Manchester and Helsby. The earliest departure is at 12:27 AM at night, and the last departure from Manchester is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Helsby at 12:14 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 47 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester station and arriving at Helsby station. Services depart hourly, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 47 min.
Manchester to Helsby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.
Manchester to Helsby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Helsby station.
Book your Manchester to Helsby train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Manchester and Helsby is 41.6 km. The road distance is 51 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Helsby hourly. Tickets cost £12–21 and the journey takes 45 min. Northern Trains Limited also services this route 3 times a day.