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Trains from Formby (FBY) to Plymouth (PLY)

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16

train journeys
per day

224

miles (361 kms)

6hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

06:22 / 00:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Formby (FBY) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Formby and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Formby to Plymouth is approximately 224 miles (361 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 1 mins.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Formby and Plymouth.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Formby to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Formby to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:22
    6 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    12:48
    Formby
    Plymouth
    Formby to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:27
    6 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    13:49
    Formby
    Plymouth
    Formby to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:27
    6 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Formby
    Plymouth
    Formby to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:42
    7 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:49
    Formby
    Plymouth
    Formby to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:42
    7 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Formby
    Plymouth
    Formby to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:27
    7 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Formby
    Plymouth
    Formby to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:42
    7 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    18:47
    Formby
    Plymouth
    Formby to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:42
    6 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    19:20
    Formby
    Plymouth
    Formby to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:42
    7 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    20:49
    Formby
    Plymouth
    Formby to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:27
    6 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    21:51
    Formby
    Plymouth
    Formby to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:27
    6 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    22:50
    Formby
    Plymouth
    Formby to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:27
    6 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    23:43
    Formby
    Plymouth
    Formby to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:42
    10 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    05:38
    Formby
    Plymouth
    Formby to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:57
    11 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    10:47
    Formby
    Plymouth
    Formby to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:33
    12 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    11:47
    Formby
    Plymouth
    Formby to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:52
    12 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    12:48
    Formby
    Plymouth
    Formby to Plymouth

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 Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
Address Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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 Plymouth

The travel time between Formby and Plymouth 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 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Formby and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:22, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

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Amenities on trains between Formby and Plymouth 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 & Plymouth. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Formby and Plymouth.

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