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Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly, starting from QAR 259.86 and averaging QAR 259.86. The entire journey takes no more than 3 hours 43 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
23:01 9 hours 24 minutes, Changes required Folkestone West	08:25 +1 Manchester Piccadilly		Find Tickets

Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly Train Route Details

First train

04:40

Last train

23:01

Departure station

Folkestone West

Arrival station

Manchester Piccadilly

Journey time

3 hours 43 minutes

Distance

352 km

Price

QAR 259.86*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Southeastern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly 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 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 Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly, 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 Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly 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 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.

Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly 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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Trains from Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly from QAR 259.86

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Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly Train prices and times

Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly Train Route Details