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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Formby (FBY)

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1

train journeys
per day

201

miles (324 kms)

7hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 06:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

1

route

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Formby (FBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 1 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Formby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 1 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Formby is approximately 201 miles (324 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 27 mins.

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

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Formby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Formby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:40
    7 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    13:07
    Colchester
    Formby
    Colchester to Formby

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 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 Colchester and Formby

The travel time between Colchester and Formby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Formby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 1 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 06:57.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester 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 Colchester & Formby. owever, there are 1 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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