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Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly train prices and times

Planning a journey from Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as SAR 266.22, with average prices for this route around SAR 266.22. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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04:40
4h 5m, No direct
Folkestone West
08:45
Manchester Piccadilly
SoutheasternAvanti West Coast
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04:40
4h 39m, No direct
Folkestone West
09:19
Manchester Piccadilly
SoutheasternAvanti West Coast
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05:57
3h 47m, No direct
Folkestone West
09:44
Manchester Piccadilly
SoutheasternAvanti West Coast
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06:31
3h 48m, No direct
Folkestone West
10:19
Manchester Piccadilly
SoutheasternAvanti West Coast
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06:59
3h 45m, No direct
Folkestone West
10:44
Manchester Piccadilly
SoutheasternAvanti West Coast
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07:04
4h 1m, No direct
Folkestone West
11:05
Paris
SoutheasternAvanti West Coast
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Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly train route details

First train
First train
04:40
Last train
Last train
23:01
Departure station
Departure station
Folkestone West
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester Piccadilly
Journey time
Journey time
3h 43m
Distance
Distance
352 km
Price
Price
SAR 266.22*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Southeastern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly 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 is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
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!
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels 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.

Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly 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 Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.