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Trains from Ilford (IFD) to Formby (FBY)

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29

train journeys
per day

190

miles (307 kms)

4hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

00:18 / 00:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Ilford (IFD) to Formby (FBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Ilford and Formby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ilford to Formby is approximately 190 miles (307 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 8 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Ilford and Formby.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ilford to Formby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Ilford to Formby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:18
    8 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    09:07
    Ilford
    Formby
    Ilford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:29
    4 hrs 38 mins 4 changes
    10:07
    Ilford
    Formby
    Ilford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:39
    4 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    10:22
    Ilford
    Formby
    Ilford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:45
    4 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    11:07
    Ilford
    Formby
    Ilford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:45
    4 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    12:07
    Ilford
    Formby
    Ilford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:06
    4 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    12:37
    Ilford
    Formby
    Ilford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:46
    4 hrs 21 mins 4 changes
    13:07
    Ilford
    Formby
    Ilford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:09
    4 hrs 28 mins 4 changes
    13:37
    Ilford
    Formby
    Ilford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:45
    4 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    14:07
    Ilford
    Formby
    Ilford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:43
    4 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    15:07
    Ilford
    Formby
    Ilford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:06
    4 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    15:37
    Ilford
    Formby
    Ilford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:43
    4 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    16:07
    Ilford
    Formby
    Ilford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:06
    4 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    16:37
    Ilford
    Formby
    Ilford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:43
    4 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    17:07
    Ilford
    Formby
    Ilford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:43
    4 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    18:07
    Ilford
    Formby
    Ilford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:06
    4 hrs 16 mins 4 changes
    18:22
    Ilford
    Formby
    Ilford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:43
    4 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    19:07
    Ilford
    Formby
    Ilford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:43
    4 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    20:08
    Ilford
    Formby
    Ilford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:09
    4 hrs 13 mins 4 changes
    20:22
    Ilford
    Formby
    Ilford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:48
    4 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    21:07
    Ilford
    Formby
    Ilford to Formby

About Ilford Station

Station name Ilford (IFD)
Address Ilford station, Ilford Hill, Ilford, Greater London, IG1 2DG
Managed by XR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:00
Saturday 06:10 - 20:00
Sunday 07:10 - 20:10
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
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 Ilford and Formby

The travel time between Ilford and Formby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ilford and Formby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:09.

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Amenities on trains between Ilford 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 Ilford & Formby. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Ilford and Formby.

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