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Cardiff Central to Formby Train prices and times
Looking to travel from Cardiff Central to Formby? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 72.97 BYN, with average prices for this route around 72.97 BYN.
To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:23 Cardiff Central | 09:47 Formby |   | Find Tickets |
05:49 Cardiff Central | 10:32 Formby | West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
06:20 Cardiff Central | 11:17 Formby |   West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
06:43 Cardiff Central | 11:32 Formby | West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
07:22 Cardiff Central | 11:47 Formby | | Find Tickets |
07:53 Cardiff Central | 12:32 Paris | West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
Cardiff Central to Formby Train Route Details
First train
04:35
Last train
21:21
Journey time
4h 24m
Distance
232 km
Price
72.97 BYN*
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
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff Central 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 for greater savings
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 Cardiff Central to Formby, 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 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.
Cardiff Central 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 train 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
Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.