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Trains from Formby (FBY) to Reading

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23

train journeys
per day

169

miles (273 kms)

4hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

06:05 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Formby (FBY) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Formby and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Formby to Reading is approximately 169 miles (273 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 24 mins.

CrossCountry, Merseyrail, Northern Rail, GWR, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Formby and Reading.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Formby to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 36 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Formby to Reading

Journeys from Formby to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:05
    4 hrs 41 mins3 changes
    10:46
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:35
    4 hrs 36 mins4 changes
    11:11
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:05
    4 hrs 36 mins3 changes
    11:41
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:35
    4 hrs 36 mins4 changes
    12:11
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:05
    4 hrs 34 mins3 changes
    12:39
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:50
    4 hrs 21 mins4 changes
    13:11
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:50
    4 hrs 21 mins4 changes
    14:11
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:50
    4 hrs 21 mins4 changes
    15:11
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:50
    4 hrs 21 mins4 changes
    16:11
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:50
    4 hrs 21 mins4 changes
    17:11
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:50
    4 hrs 21 mins4 changes
    18:11
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:35
    4 hrs 36 mins4 changes
    19:11
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:05
    4 hrs 36 mins3 changes
    19:41
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:50
    4 hrs 21 mins4 changes
    20:11
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:05
    4 hrs 38 mins3 changes
    20:43
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:50
    4 hrs 21 mins4 changes
    21:11
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    17:50
    4 hrs 26 mins4 changes
    22:16
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    18:35
    5 hrs 3 mins3 changes
    23:38
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    18:50
    5 hrs 12 mins4 changes
    00:02
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    19:50
    5 hrs 51 mins4 changes
    01:41
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading

About Formby Station

Station name Formby (FBY)
AddressFormby station, Kirkland Road, Formby, Merseyside, L37 2JF
Managed byME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 05:43 - 00:21
Tuesday 05:43 - 00:21
Wednesday 05:43 - 00:21
Thursday 05:43 - 00:21
Friday 05:43 - 00:21
Saturday 05:43 - 00:21
Sunday 07:58 - 00:21
Monday to Friday 05:38 - 00:21
Saturday 05:38 - 00:21
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Formby and Reading

The travel time between Formby and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Formby and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Formby and Reading can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Formby & Reading. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, Merseyrail, Northern Rail, GWR, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Formby and Reading.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Formby and Reading, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.