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Sheffield to Formby Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Sheffield to Formby, starting from €20.57 and averaging €20.57. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 32m. 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	Find Tickets
08:08 2h 39m, Changes required Sheffield	10:47 Formby	Find Tickets
08:45 2h 32m, Changes required Sheffield	11:17 Formby	Find Tickets
09:11 2h 51m, Changes required Sheffield	12:02 Freshfield	Find Tickets
09:44 2h 33m, Changes required Sheffield	12:17 Formby	Find Tickets
10:11 2h 51m, Changes required Sheffield	13:02 Freshfield	Find Tickets
10:43 2h 34m, Changes required Sheffield	13:17 Paris	Find Tickets

Sheffield to Formby Train Route Details

First train

03:51

Last train

22:11

Departure station

Sheffield

Arrival station

Formby

Journey time

2h 32m

Distance

109 km

Price

€20.57*

Train operators

Northern, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail

How to book cheap train tickets from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Formby can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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

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 Sheffield 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 Sheffield 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, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Sheffield to Formby more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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Sheffield to Formby Train prices and times

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