This websites requires JavaScript to work. It looks like your browser doesn't support JavaScript, or has it turned off. Please try again with JavaScript support.

credit-card Passengers Seat Reservations info Mobile ticket available

Trains from Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) to Formby (FBY)

Find the cheapest fares to Formby by splitting your tickets

14

train journeys
per day

165

miles (266 kms)

4hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

06:33 / 23:46

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) to Formby (FBY)

Buy tickets from Edinburgh Gateway to Formby. Explore the list of all train routes from Edinburgh Gateway to Formby and choose the most convenient one at the best price. Book in advance, buy at no extra charge and refund if your trip is canceled

On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Gateway and Formby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Gateway to Formby is approximately 165 miles (266 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 32 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Gateway to Formby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 54 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Gateway to Formby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:33
    5 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    12:07
    Edinburgh Gateway
    Formby
    Edinburgh Gateway to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:03
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    12:57
    Edinburgh Gateway
    Formby
    Edinburgh Gateway to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:42
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    14:07
    Edinburgh Gateway
    Formby
    Edinburgh Gateway to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:01
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    14:57
    Edinburgh Gateway
    Formby
    Edinburgh Gateway to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:34
    5 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    16:07
    Edinburgh Gateway
    Formby
    Edinburgh Gateway to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:57
    5 hrs 3 changes
    16:57
    Edinburgh Gateway
    Formby
    Edinburgh Gateway to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:35
    5 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    18:07
    Edinburgh Gateway
    Formby
    Edinburgh Gateway to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:01
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    19:12
    Edinburgh Gateway
    Formby
    Edinburgh Gateway to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:40
    5 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    20:08
    Edinburgh Gateway
    Formby
    Edinburgh Gateway to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:01
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    20:57
    Edinburgh Gateway
    Formby
    Edinburgh Gateway to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:44
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    22:07
    Edinburgh Gateway
    Formby
    Edinburgh Gateway to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:00
    5 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    23:12
    Edinburgh Gateway
    Formby
    Edinburgh Gateway to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:40
    5 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    00:07
    Edinburgh Gateway
    Formby
    Edinburgh Gateway to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:10
    8 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    08:07
    Edinburgh Gateway
    Formby
    Edinburgh Gateway to Formby

About Edinburgh Gateway Station

Station name Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)
Address Edinburgh Gateway station, 1 Myreton Drive, Gogar, Lothian, EH12 9GF
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:10 - 00:10
Tuesday 06:10 - 00:10
Wednesday 06:10 - 00:10
Thursday 06:10 - 00:10
Friday 06:10 - 00:10
Saturday 06:10 - 00:10
Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
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 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 Edinburgh Gateway and Formby

The travel time between Edinburgh Gateway and Formby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Gateway and Formby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:46.

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

Amenities on trains between Edinburgh Gateway and Formby can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

By booking your tickets on traintickets.com!

There are many ways to save on the cost of train travel between Edinburgh Gateway and Formby. On traintickets.com, we do all the work for you to find the cheapest way possible to get to Formby, and can save you up to 90%! Simply search for your journey, and be assured we have found you the best possible price.

See our page on Split Ticketing for a full explanation, & read our other tips on how to get the cheapest train tickets.

No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Edinburgh Gateway & Formby. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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