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Folkestone West to Manchester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Folkestone West to Manchester, starting from 259,86 QAR and averaging 259,86 QAR. The entire journey takes no more than 3 год 43 хв. 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
21:01 7 год 49 хв, Changes required Folkestone West	04:50 +1 Manchester Piccadilly		Find Tickets
23:01 9 год 24 хв, Changes required Folkestone West	08:25 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Folkestone West to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

04:40

Last train

23:01

Departure station

Folkestone West

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

3 год 43 хв

Distance

352 km

Price

259,86 QAR*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Southeastern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Folkestone West to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Folkestone West to Manchester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

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 Folkestone West to Manchester, 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 Folkestone West to Manchester 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 Folkestone West to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Folkestone West to Manchester train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Folkestone West to Manchester Train prices and times

Folkestone West to Manchester Train Route Details