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Formby to Birmingham New Street Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Formby to Birmingham New Street, starting from £15.50 and averaging £20.00. The entire journey takes no more than 2 hours 39 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
18:37 2 hours 43 minutes, Changes required Formby	21:20 Birmingham New Street	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
18:52 2 hours 39 minutes, Changes required Formby	21:31 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
19:07 2 hours 59 minutes, Changes required Formby	22:06 Birmingham New Street	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
19:37 2 hours 43 minutes, Changes required Formby	22:20 Birmingham New Street	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
19:52 2 hours 59 minutes, Changes required Formby	22:51 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
20:37 2 hours 43 minutes, Changes required Formby	23:20 Paris	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets

Formby to Birmingham New Street Train Route Details

First train

00:08

Last train

23:37

Departure station

Formby

Arrival station

Birmingham New Street

Journey time

2 hours 39 minutes

Distance

143 km

Price

£15.50*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Formby to Birmingham New Street

Traveling 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 Birmingham New Street. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

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%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Formby to Birmingham New Street, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often 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 Birmingham New Street 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 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.

Formby to Birmingham New Street 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:

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