The average train between Chester and Formby takes 1h 25m and the fastest train takes 1h 15m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Chester to Formby. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 20 minutes between Chester and Formby. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Formby at 6:30 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Chester to Formby. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Formby station via Moorfields. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.
Chester to Formby train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Formby train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Formby station.
Book your Chester to Formby train tickets online with Merseyrail.
The distance between Chester and Formby is 42.6 km. The road distance is 44 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Formby via Moorfields in around 1h 21m.
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