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Trains from Alness (ASS) to Formby (FBY)

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5

train journeys
per day

290

miles (466 kms)

10hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

06:55 / 23:56

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

8

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Alness (ASS) to Formby (FBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 5 scheduled rail journeys between Alness and Formby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 5 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Alness to Formby is approximately 290 miles (466 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 12hrs 27 mins.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Alness and Formby.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Alness to Formby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 10hrs 19 mins.

Journeys from Alness to Formby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:55
    10 hrs 2 mins 4 changes
    16:57
    Alness
    Formby
    Alness to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:49
    10 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    20:08
    Alness
    Formby
    Alness to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:36
    10 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    22:07
    Alness
    Formby
    Alness to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:16
    15 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    07:52
    Alness
    Formby
    Alness to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:10
    15 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    14:57
    Alness
    Formby
    Alness to Formby

About Alness Station

Station name Alness (ASS)
Address Alness station, Station Road, Alness, Highland, IV17 0SE
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Formby Station

Station name Formby (FBY)
Address Formby station, Kirkland Road, Formby, Merseyside, L37 2JF
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 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 Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Alness and Formby

The travel time between Alness and Formby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 12hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 10hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Alness and Formby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 5 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:55, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:56.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Alness & Formby. owever, there are 5 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Alness and Formby.

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