The average train between Didsbury and Formby takes 2h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 1m. There is an hourly train service from Didsbury 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 hourly between Didsbury and Formby. The earliest departure is at 12:22 AM at night, and the last departure from Didsbury is at 11:52 PM which arrives into Formby at 7:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Victoria and take an average of 2h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 8m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Didsbury to Formby? 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 Didsbury to Formby. However, there are services departing from Didsbury Village station and arriving at Formby station via Victoria station and Liverpool Lime Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.
Didsbury to Formby train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Didsbury Village station.
Didsbury to Formby train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Formby station.
The distance between Didsbury and Formby is 57.7 km. The road distance is 68 km.
There is no direct connection from Didsbury to Formby. However, you can take the vehicle to Victoria, walk to Manchester Victoria, take the train to Liverpool Lime Street, walk to Liverpool Central, then take the train to Formby.