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Trains from Carstairs to Formby (FBY)

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6

train journeys
per day

149

miles (241 kms)

5hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

08:11 / 00:22

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Carstairs to Formby (FBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 6 scheduled rail journeys between Carstairs and Formby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 6 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carstairs to Formby is approximately 149 miles (241 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 50 mins.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Carstairs and Formby.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carstairs to Formby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from Carstairs to Formby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:11
    5 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    13:57
    Carstairs
    Formby
    Carstairs to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:48
    6 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    16:52
    Carstairs
    Formby
    Carstairs to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:35
    5 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    17:57
    Carstairs
    Formby
    Carstairs to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:19
    6 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    21:07
    Carstairs
    Formby
    Carstairs to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:18
    5 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    22:12
    Carstairs
    Formby
    Carstairs to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:59
    11 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    11:07
    Carstairs
    Formby
    Carstairs to Formby

About Carstairs Station

Station name Carstairs (CRS)
Address Carstairs station, Strawfrank Road, Carstairs, South Lanarkshire, ML11 8PR
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:20 - 14:24
Saturday 07:20 - 14:24
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
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 Carstairs and Formby

The travel time between Carstairs and Formby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carstairs and Formby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 6 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 08:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:22.

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Amenities on trains between Carstairs 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 Carstairs & Formby. owever, there are 6 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Carstairs and Formby.

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