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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Formby (FBY)

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60

train journeys
per day

25

miles (41 kms)

1hrs 21 mins

fastest journey

04:46 / 23:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Formby (FBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 60 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Formby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 60 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Formby is approximately 25 miles (41 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 35 mins.

West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Formby.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Formby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 21 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Formby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:46
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    07:07
    Chester
    Formby
    Chester to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:56
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    07:22
    Chester
    Formby
    Chester to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    07:52
    Chester
    Formby
    Chester to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:38
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    08:07
    Chester
    Formby
    Chester to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:00
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    08:22
    Chester
    Formby
    Chester to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:22
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    08:52
    Chester
    Formby
    Chester to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:37
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    09:07
    Chester
    Formby
    Chester to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:52
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    09:22
    Chester
    Formby
    Chester to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:07
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    09:37
    Chester
    Formby
    Chester to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:31
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    09:52
    Chester
    Formby
    Chester to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:45
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    10:07
    Chester
    Formby
    Chester to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:01
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    10:22
    Chester
    Formby
    Chester to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:15
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    10:37
    Chester
    Formby
    Chester to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:31
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    10:52
    Chester
    Formby
    Chester to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:45
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    11:07
    Chester
    Formby
    Chester to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:01
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    11:22
    Chester
    Formby
    Chester to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:15
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    11:37
    Chester
    Formby
    Chester to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:31
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    11:52
    Chester
    Formby
    Chester to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:45
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    12:07
    Chester
    Formby
    Chester to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:15
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    12:37
    Chester
    Formby
    Chester to Formby

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
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 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 Chester and Formby

The travel time between Chester and Formby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 21 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Formby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 60 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:44.

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Amenities on trains between Chester 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 Chester & Formby. owever, there are 60 possible journeys which require a change.

West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Formby.

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