The average train between Formby and St Ives takes 11h 22m and the fastest train takes 8h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Formby to St Ives. 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 3 hours between Formby and St Ives. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Formby is at 11:12 PM which arrives into St Ives at 2:33 PM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool South Parkway and take an average of 11h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Formby to St Ives? 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 Formby to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Formby station and arriving at St Ives station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 22m.
Formby to St Ives train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Liverpool South Parkway station.
Formby to St Ives train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Hayle station.
Book your Formby to St Ives train tickets online with Merseyrail, West Midlands Trains and 2 other operators.
The distance between Formby and St Ives is 406.8 km. The road distance is 630 km.
You can take a train from Formby to The Terrace via Liverpool South Parkway, Birmingham New Street, Hayle, and Foundry Square in around 9h 40m.