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Cardiff Central to Formby Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff Central to Formby? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 17,90 GBP, with average prices for this route around 17,90 GBP. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
14:50 4 tuntia 42 minuuttia, Changes required Cardiff Central	19:32 Formby	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
15:23 4 tuntia 24 minuuttia, Changes required Cardiff Central	19:47 Formby		Find Tickets
15:51 4 tuntia 41 minuuttia, Changes required Cardiff Central	20:32 Formby	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
16:16 4 tuntia 46 minuuttia, Changes required Cardiff Central	21:02 Formby		Find Tickets
16:16 5 tuntia 1 minuutti, Changes required Cardiff Central	21:17 Formby		Find Tickets
17:22 4 tuntia 25 minuuttia, Changes required Cardiff Central	21:47 Paris		Find Tickets

Cardiff Central to Formby Train Route Details

First train

04:32

Last train

22:22

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Formby

Journey time

4 tuntia 24 minuuttia

Distance

232 km

Price

17,90 GBP*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Formby

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cardiff Central 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

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 for greater savings

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

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