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Manchester Piccadilly to Formby Train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Formby, starting from AU$35.74 and averaging AU$36.79. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 40m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:42 Manchester Piccadilly | 07:32 Formby |    | Find Tickets |
06:02 Manchester Piccadilly | 07:47 Freshfield |  | Find Tickets |
06:07 Manchester Piccadilly | 08:02 Formby | | Find Tickets |
06:44 Manchester Piccadilly | 08:32 Formby | | Find Tickets |
06:54 Manchester Piccadilly | 08:47 Formby | | Find Tickets |
07:07 Manchester Piccadilly | 09:02 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Manchester Piccadilly to Formby Train Route Details
First train
05:04
Last train
23:28
Journey time
1h 40m
Distance
57 km
Price
AU$35.74*
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Formby
Traveling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Formby can result in significant cost savings.
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 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 Manchester Piccadilly to Formby, 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%
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 Manchester Piccadilly to Formby 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 Manchester Piccadilly to Formby more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Manchester Piccadilly to Formby train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.