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Trains from Formby (FBY) to Reading Stations

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16

train journeys
per day

169

miles (273 kms)

4hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

06:22 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Formby (FBY) to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Formby and Reading Stations , 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 Reading Stations is approximately 169 miles (273 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 45 mins.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Formby and Reading Stations.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Formby to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 14 mins.

Journeys from Formby to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:22
    4 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:27
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    11:40
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:27
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:42
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    13:12
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:42
    5 hrs 2 changes
    14:42
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    10:27
    5 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    15:41
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    11:42
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    16:40
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    12:42
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    17:40
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    13:42
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    18:41
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    15:27
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    19:41
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    16:27
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    20:43
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    17:42
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    22:38
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    18:42
    5 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    23:50
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    20:42
    11 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    07:45
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    22:42
    10 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    23:33
    10 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    09:40
    Formby
    Reading
    Formby to Reading

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 Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Formby and Reading Stations

The travel time between Formby and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Formby and Reading Stations 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 23:59.

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

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Formby and Reading Stations.

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