The average train between Rochdale and Formby takes 2h 12m and the fastest train takes 1h 40m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Rochdale 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 30 minutes between Rochdale and Formby. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Formby at 6:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 2h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rochdale 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 Rochdale to Formby. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Formby station via Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.
Rochdale to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Victoria station.
Rochdale to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Formby station.
Book your Rochdale to Formby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Merseyrail.
The distance between Rochdale and Formby is 60.7 km. The road distance is 86 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to Formby via Manchester Victoria, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 1h 58m.