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Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Formby (FBY)

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24

train journeys
per day

194

miles (313 kms)

4hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

00:11 / 00:04

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Formby (FBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Chelmsford and Formby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chelmsford to Formby is approximately 194 miles (313 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 28 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chelmsford to Formby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 39 mins.

Journeys from Chelmsford to Formby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:11
    8 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    09:07
    Chelmsford
    Formby
    Chelmsford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:14
    4 hrs 53 mins 4 changes
    11:07
    Chelmsford
    Formby
    Chelmsford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:17
    4 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    12:07
    Chelmsford
    Formby
    Chelmsford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    5 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    12:37
    Chelmsford
    Formby
    Chelmsford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:16
    4 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    13:07
    Chelmsford
    Formby
    Chelmsford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:29
    5 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    13:37
    Chelmsford
    Formby
    Chelmsford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:21
    4 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    14:07
    Chelmsford
    Formby
    Chelmsford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:25
    4 hrs 42 mins 4 changes
    15:07
    Chelmsford
    Formby
    Chelmsford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:18
    4 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    16:07
    Chelmsford
    Formby
    Chelmsford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:25
    5 hrs 12 mins 4 changes
    16:37
    Chelmsford
    Formby
    Chelmsford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    4 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    17:07
    Chelmsford
    Formby
    Chelmsford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:19
    4 hrs 48 mins 4 changes
    18:07
    Chelmsford
    Formby
    Chelmsford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:40
    4 hrs 42 mins 4 changes
    18:22
    Chelmsford
    Formby
    Chelmsford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:19
    4 hrs 48 mins 4 changes
    19:07
    Chelmsford
    Formby
    Chelmsford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:19
    4 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    20:08
    Chelmsford
    Formby
    Chelmsford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:39
    4 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    20:22
    Chelmsford
    Formby
    Chelmsford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:21
    4 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    21:07
    Chelmsford
    Formby
    Chelmsford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:26
    5 hrs 26 mins 4 changes
    21:52
    Chelmsford
    Formby
    Chelmsford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:21
    4 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    22:07
    Chelmsford
    Formby
    Chelmsford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:43
    4 hrs 39 mins 4 changes
    22:22
    Chelmsford
    Formby
    Chelmsford to Formby

About Chelmsford Station

Station name Chelmsford (CHM)
Address Chelmsford station, Duke Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1HT
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 22:00
Saturday 05:50 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
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 Chelmsford and Formby

The travel time between Chelmsford and Formby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chelmsford and Formby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:04.

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

Amenities on trains between Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford & Formby. owever, there are 24 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 Chelmsford and Formby.

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