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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 €19.91, with average prices for this route around €20.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:50 1 hour 39 minutes, Changes required Formby	07:29 Manchester Victoria	Find Tickets
06:05 1 hour 50 minutes, Changes required Formby	07:55 Deansgate	Find Tickets
06:20 1 hour 39 minutes, Changes required Formby	07:59 Manchester Victoria	Find Tickets
06:35 1 hour 38 minutes, Changes required Freshfield	08:13 Deansgate	Find Tickets
06:50 1 hour 39 minutes, Changes required Formby	08:29 Manchester Victoria	Find Tickets
06:50 2 hours 1 minute, Changes required Freshfield	08:51 Paris	Find Tickets

Formby to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

00:13

Last train

23:35

Departure station

Formby

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

1 hour 34 minutes

Distance

57 km

Price

€19.91*

Train operators

Northern, Merseyrail, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Formby to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Formby to Manchester 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.

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 Formby to Manchester, 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Formby to Manchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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 Formby to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Formby to Manchester 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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Formby to Manchester Train prices and times

Formby to Manchester Train Route Details