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Trains from Formby (FBY) to Colchester Stations

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2

train journeys
per day

201

miles (324 kms)

7hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

13:42 / 17:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

1

route

Trains from Formby (FBY) to Colchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 2 scheduled rail journeys between Formby and Colchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 2 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Formby to Colchester Stations is approximately 201 miles (324 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 41 mins.

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

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Formby to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Formby to Colchester Stations Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:42
    8 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    21:51
    Formby
    Colchester
    Formby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:27
    7 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    23:40
    Formby
    Colchester
    Formby to Colchester

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 Colchester Stations Station

Station name Colchester Stations (37)
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Formby and Colchester Stations

The travel time between Formby and Colchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Formby and Colchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 2 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 13:42, and the last train of the day leaves at 17:11.

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Amenities on trains between Formby and Colchester Stations 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 & Colchester Stations . owever, there are 2 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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