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Trains from Bishops Stortford (BIS) to Formby (FBY)

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20

train journeys
per day

178

miles (287 kms)

4hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

05:17 / 00:22

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Bishops Stortford (BIS) to Formby (FBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Bishops Stortford and Formby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bishops Stortford to Formby is approximately 178 miles (287 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 20 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Bishops Stortford and Formby.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bishops Stortford to Formby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Bishops Stortford to Formby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:17
    5 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    10:22
    Bishops Stortford
    Formby
    Bishops Stortford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:24
    4 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    11:07
    Bishops Stortford
    Formby
    Bishops Stortford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:24
    4 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    12:07
    Bishops Stortford
    Formby
    Bishops Stortford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:24
    4 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    13:07
    Bishops Stortford
    Formby
    Bishops Stortford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:15
    4 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    14:07
    Bishops Stortford
    Formby
    Bishops Stortford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:15
    4 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    15:07
    Bishops Stortford
    Formby
    Bishops Stortford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:15
    4 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    16:07
    Bishops Stortford
    Formby
    Bishops Stortford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:15
    4 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    17:07
    Bishops Stortford
    Formby
    Bishops Stortford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:15
    4 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    18:07
    Bishops Stortford
    Formby
    Bishops Stortford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:39
    4 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    18:22
    Bishops Stortford
    Formby
    Bishops Stortford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:15
    4 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    19:07
    Bishops Stortford
    Formby
    Bishops Stortford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:14
    4 hrs 54 mins 4 changes
    20:08
    Bishops Stortford
    Formby
    Bishops Stortford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:39
    4 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    20:22
    Bishops Stortford
    Formby
    Bishops Stortford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:15
    4 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    21:07
    Bishops Stortford
    Formby
    Bishops Stortford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:15
    4 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    22:07
    Bishops Stortford
    Formby
    Bishops Stortford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:39
    4 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    22:22
    Bishops Stortford
    Formby
    Bishops Stortford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:15
    5 hrs 7 mins 4 changes
    23:22
    Bishops Stortford
    Formby
    Bishops Stortford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:15
    4 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    00:07
    Bishops Stortford
    Formby
    Bishops Stortford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:39
    10 hrs 28 mins 4 changes
    07:07
    Bishops Stortford
    Formby
    Bishops Stortford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:54
    9 hrs 13 mins 4 changes
    09:07
    Bishops Stortford
    Formby
    Bishops Stortford to Formby

About Bishops Stortford Station

Station name Bishops Stortford (BIS)
Address Bishops Stortford station, Station Road, Bishops Stortford, Essex, CM23 3BL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 07:00 - 21:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

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 Bishops Stortford and Formby

The travel time between Bishops Stortford and Formby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bishops Stortford and Formby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:22.

First class tickets on trains between Bishops Stortford and Formby typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Bishops Stortford 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 Bishops Stortford & Formby. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Bishops Stortford and Formby.

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