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Salford to Formby Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Salford to Formby? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $23.17, with average prices for this route around $23.17. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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23:28
9 hours 4 minutes, Changes required
Salford Crescent
08:32
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Formby
NorthernTransPennine ExpressMerseyrail
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23:35
10 hours 27 minutes, Changes required
Salford Crescent
10:02
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Paris
NorthernMerseyrail
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Salford to Formby Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:41
Last train
Last train
23:35
Departure station
Departure station
Salford
Arrival station
Arrival station
Formby
Journey time
Journey time
1 hour 25 minutes
Distance
Distance
53 km
Price
Price
$23.17*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, Merseyrail, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Salford to Formby

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Salford to Formby. 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

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Salford to Formby 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 Salford 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%

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 Salford 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

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.

Salford to Formby train ticket types

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