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The average train between Formby and Edinburgh takes 4h 2m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Formby to Edinburgh. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 2m
Duration
230 mi
Distance
£97
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Edinburgh Waverleytrain train London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 58m
£79–129

Formby to Edinburgh train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Formby and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Formby is at 6:31 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 10:22 PM. All services require a transfer at Southport and take an average of 4h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast5h 24m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 47m • 2 changes

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 48m • 2 changes

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 47m • 2 changes

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast4h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 47m • 2 changes

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 48m • 2 changes

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 47m • 2 changes

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast4h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 47m • 2 changes

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 48m • 2 changes

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 47m • 2 changes

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast4h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 47m • 2 changes

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 48m • 2 changes

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 47m • 2 changes

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast4h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 47m • 2 changes

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 48m • 2 changes

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 47m • 2 changes

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast4h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 46m • 2 changes

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 46m • 2 changes

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 48m • 2 changes

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    MerseyrailNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast4h 16m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Formby to Edinburgh? 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.

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  • Distance: 229.7 mi
  • Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Formby, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Wigan North Western to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 44m.

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