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Trains from Herne Bay (HNB) to Formby (FBY)

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19

train journeys
per day

232

miles (374 kms)

5hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Herne Bay (HNB) to Formby (FBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Herne Bay and Formby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Herne Bay to Formby is approximately 232 miles (374 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 31 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Herne Bay and Formby.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Herne Bay to Formby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from Herne Bay to Formby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:33
    5 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    11:07
    Herne Bay
    Formby
    Herne Bay to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:33
    5 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    12:07
    Herne Bay
    Formby
    Herne Bay to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:05
    5 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    12:37
    Herne Bay
    Formby
    Herne Bay to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:23
    5 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    13:07
    Herne Bay
    Formby
    Herne Bay to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:08
    5 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    14:07
    Herne Bay
    Formby
    Herne Bay to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:10
    5 hrs 57 mins 4 changes
    15:07
    Herne Bay
    Formby
    Herne Bay to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:45
    5 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    15:37
    Herne Bay
    Formby
    Herne Bay to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:45
    5 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    16:07
    Herne Bay
    Formby
    Herne Bay to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:45
    5 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    17:07
    Herne Bay
    Formby
    Herne Bay to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:45
    5 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    18:07
    Herne Bay
    Formby
    Herne Bay to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:45
    5 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    19:07
    Herne Bay
    Formby
    Herne Bay to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:45
    5 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    20:08
    Herne Bay
    Formby
    Herne Bay to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:21
    5 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    21:07
    Herne Bay
    Formby
    Herne Bay to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:45
    6 hrs 7 mins 4 changes
    21:52
    Herne Bay
    Formby
    Herne Bay to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:45
    5 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    22:07
    Herne Bay
    Formby
    Herne Bay to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:43
    6 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    23:52
    Herne Bay
    Formby
    Herne Bay to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:45
    11 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    07:07
    Herne Bay
    Formby
    Herne Bay to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:45
    11 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    08:07
    Herne Bay
    Formby
    Herne Bay to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:21
    10 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    09:07
    Herne Bay
    Formby
    Herne Bay to Formby

About Herne Bay Station

Station name Herne Bay (HNB)
Address Herne Bay station, The Circus, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 8PJ
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:00
Saturday 06:10 - 19:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Herne Bay and Formby

The travel time between Herne Bay and Formby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Herne Bay and Formby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Herne Bay & Formby. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Herne Bay and Formby.

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