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Trains from Dorchester South (DCH) to Formby (FBY)

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19

train journeys
per day

198

miles (319 kms)

6hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

06:07 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Dorchester South (DCH) to Formby (FBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Dorchester South and Formby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Dorchester South to Formby is approximately 198 miles (319 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 1 mins.

South Western Railway, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Dorchester South and Formby.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Dorchester South to Formby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Dorchester South to Formby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:07
    7 hrs 4 changes
    13:07
    Dorchester South
    Formby
    Dorchester South to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:36
    6 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    14:07
    Dorchester South
    Formby
    Dorchester South to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:07
    7 hrs 4 changes
    15:07
    Dorchester South
    Formby
    Dorchester South to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:34
    6 hrs 33 mins 4 changes
    16:07
    Dorchester South
    Formby
    Dorchester South to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:13
    6 hrs 54 mins 4 changes
    17:07
    Dorchester South
    Formby
    Dorchester South to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:13
    6 hrs 54 mins 4 changes
    18:07
    Dorchester South
    Formby
    Dorchester South to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:33
    6 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    18:22
    Dorchester South
    Formby
    Dorchester South to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:13
    6 hrs 54 mins 4 changes
    19:07
    Dorchester South
    Formby
    Dorchester South to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:33
    6 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    19:22
    Dorchester South
    Formby
    Dorchester South to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:32
    6 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    20:08
    Dorchester South
    Formby
    Dorchester South to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:33
    6 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    20:22
    Dorchester South
    Formby
    Dorchester South to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:13
    6 hrs 54 mins 4 changes
    21:07
    Dorchester South
    Formby
    Dorchester South to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:34
    6 hrs 33 mins 4 changes
    22:07
    Dorchester South
    Formby
    Dorchester South to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:13
    7 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    23:22
    Dorchester South
    Formby
    Dorchester South to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:13
    6 hrs 54 mins 4 changes
    00:07
    Dorchester South
    Formby
    Dorchester South to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:33
    12 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    07:07
    Dorchester South
    Formby
    Dorchester South to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:21
    12 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    09:07
    Dorchester South
    Formby
    Dorchester South to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:23
    11 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    10:22
    Dorchester South
    Formby
    Dorchester South to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:22
    12 hrs 45 mins 4 changes
    12:07
    Dorchester South
    Formby
    Dorchester South to Formby

About Dorchester South Station

Station name Dorchester South (DCH)
Address Dorchester South station, Station Approach, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1QX
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 18:15
Saturday 06:45 - 17:00
Sunday 08:45 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
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 Dorchester South and Formby

The travel time between Dorchester South and Formby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Dorchester South and Formby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Dorchester South 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 Dorchester South & Formby. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Dorchester South and Formby.

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