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Runcorn to Formby trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Runcorn and Formby takes 1h 5m and the fastest train takes 52 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Runcorn 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.

1h 5m
Duration
25 mi
Distance
£13
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Runcorn to Liverpool Lime Streettrain train Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
  2. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Formbytrain train Liverpool Central - Southport
1h 7m
£11–24

Runcorn to Formby train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Runcorn and Formby. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 9:47 PM which arrives into Formby at 10:45 PM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Lime Street and take an average of 1h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsMerseyrail58 min • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesMerseyrail1h 6m • 1 change

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    West Midlands TrainsMerseyrail1h 1m • 1 change

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    Transport for WalesMerseyrail58 min • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Runcorn 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.

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  • Distance: 25 mi
  • Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Formby, England?

You can take a train from Runcorn to Formby via Liverpool Lime Street and Liverpool Central in around 1h 7m.

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