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Trains from Formby (FBY) to Bolton (BON)

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37

train journeys
per day

26

miles (42 kms)

1hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

00:07 / 00:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Formby (FBY) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Formby and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 37 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Formby to Bolton is approximately 26 miles (42 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 7 mins.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Formby and Bolton.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Formby to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 18 mins.

Journeys from Formby to Bolton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:07
    6 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    06:57
    Formby
    Bolton
    Formby to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:39
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    07:57
    Formby
    Bolton
    Formby to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:52
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    08:25
    Formby
    Bolton
    Formby to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:37
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    08:57
    Formby
    Bolton
    Formby to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:07
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    09:25
    Formby
    Bolton
    Formby to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:37
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    09:57
    Formby
    Bolton
    Formby to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:52
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    10:25
    Formby
    Bolton
    Formby to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:37
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    10:57
    Formby
    Bolton
    Formby to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:07
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    11:25
    Formby
    Bolton
    Formby to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:37
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    11:57
    Formby
    Bolton
    Formby to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:52
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    12:25
    Formby
    Bolton
    Formby to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:37
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    12:57
    Formby
    Bolton
    Formby to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:07
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    13:25
    Formby
    Bolton
    Formby to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:37
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    13:57
    Formby
    Bolton
    Formby to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:52
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    14:25
    Formby
    Bolton
    Formby to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:37
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    14:57
    Formby
    Bolton
    Formby to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:07
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    15:25
    Formby
    Bolton
    Formby to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:37
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    15:57
    Formby
    Bolton
    Formby to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:37
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    16:57
    Formby
    Bolton
    Formby to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:07
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    17:25
    Formby
    Bolton
    Formby to Bolton

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

About Bolton Station

Station name Bolton (BON)
Address Bolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 21:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 21:00
Thursday 06:00 - 21:00
Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Formby and Bolton

The travel time between Formby and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Formby and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Formby & Bolton. owever, there are 37 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Formby and Bolton.

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