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Trains from London Waterloo to Formby (FBY)

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30

train journeys
per day

188

miles (303 kms)

3hrs 50 mins

fastest journey

04:46 / 01:04

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from London Waterloo to Formby (FBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo and Formby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo to Formby is approximately 188 miles (303 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 40 mins.

Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Formby.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo to Formby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 50 mins.

Journeys from London Waterloo to Formby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:46
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    09:07
    London Waterloo
    Formby
    London Waterloo to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:56
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    10:07
    London Waterloo
    Formby
    London Waterloo to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:03
    4 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    10:22
    London Waterloo
    Formby
    London Waterloo to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:08
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    11:07
    London Waterloo
    Formby
    London Waterloo to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:11
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    London Waterloo
    Formby
    London Waterloo to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:08
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    12:07
    London Waterloo
    Formby
    London Waterloo to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:27
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    12:37
    London Waterloo
    Formby
    London Waterloo to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:08
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    13:07
    London Waterloo
    Formby
    London Waterloo to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:27
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    13:37
    London Waterloo
    Formby
    London Waterloo to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:08
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    14:07
    London Waterloo
    Formby
    London Waterloo to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:08
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    15:07
    London Waterloo
    Formby
    London Waterloo to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:27
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    15:37
    London Waterloo
    Formby
    London Waterloo to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:08
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    16:07
    London Waterloo
    Formby
    London Waterloo to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:27
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    16:37
    London Waterloo
    Formby
    London Waterloo to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:08
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    17:07
    London Waterloo
    Formby
    London Waterloo to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:08
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    18:07
    London Waterloo
    Formby
    London Waterloo to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:27
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    18:22
    London Waterloo
    Formby
    London Waterloo to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:08
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    19:07
    London Waterloo
    Formby
    London Waterloo to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:08
    4 hrs 3 changes
    20:08
    London Waterloo
    Formby
    London Waterloo to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:27
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    20:22
    London Waterloo
    Formby
    London Waterloo to Formby

About London Waterloo Station

Station name London Waterloo (WAT)
Address London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
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

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 London Waterloo and Formby

The travel time between London Waterloo and Formby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo and Formby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:04.

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

Amenities on trains between London Waterloo 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 London Waterloo & Formby. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Formby.

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