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Forest Gate to Manchester Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Forest Gate to Manchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as SAR 233.76, with average prices for this route around SAR 233.76.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
23:24 9 ساعات 1 دقيقة, Changes required Forest Gate	08:25 +1 Manchester Piccadilly	London Overground	Find Tickets
23:26 8 ساعات 33 دقائق, Changes required Forest Gate	07:59 +1 Paris	Elizabeth lineWest Midlands Trains	Find Tickets

Forest Gate to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

00:26

Last train

23:26

Departure station

Forest Gate

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

2 ساعات 56 دقائق

Distance

264 km

Price

SAR 233.76*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, London Overground, Elizabeth line

How to book cheap train tickets from Forest Gate to Manchester

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 Forest Gate to Manchester can result in significant cost savings.

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 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 Forest Gate 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 Forest Gate 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 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 Forest Gate to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Forest Gate to Manchester 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:

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Trains from Forest Gate to Manchester from SAR 233.76

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Forest Gate to Manchester Train prices and times

Forest Gate to Manchester Train Route Details