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Formby to Manchester train prices and times

Planning a journey from Formby to Manchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €20.32, with average prices for this route around €20.93. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
12:52 Formby	14:35 Manchester Victoria	1h 43m, No direct	Find Tickets
13:03 Freshfield	14:49 Manchester Victoria	1h 46m, No direct	Find Tickets
13:07 Formby	14:55 Deansgate	1h 48m, No direct	Find Tickets
13:22 Formby	15:07 Manchester Oxford Road	1h 45m, No direct	Find Tickets
13:33 Freshfield	15:13 Deansgate	1h 40m, No direct	Find Tickets
13:52 Formby	15:35 Paris	1h 43m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Formby to Manchester train route details

First train

00:10

Last train

23:37

Departure station

Formby

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

1h 38m

Distance

57 km

Price

€20.32*

Train Operators

Northern, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail

How to book cheap train tickets from Formby to Manchester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Formby to Manchester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

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 Formby to Manchester, 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%

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

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Formby to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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Save money on your trip from Formby to Manchester with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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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%.

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