The average train between Chorley and Formby Beach takes 1h 44m and the fastest train takes 1h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Chorley to Formby Beach. 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 hourly between Chorley and Formby Beach. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chorley is at 10:03 PM which arrives into Formby Beach at 5:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Bolton and take an average of 1h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 44m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Chorley to Formby Beach? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Chorley to Formby Beach. However, there are services departing from Chorley station and arriving at Southport station via Bolton station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.
Chorley to Formby Beach train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chorley station.
Chorley to Formby Beach train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southport station.
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The distance between Chorley and Formby Beach is 33.1 km. The road distance is 43 km.
You can take a train from Chorley to Freshfield via Bolton and Southport in around 2h 4m.