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Trains from Maidstone East (MDE) to Formby (FBY)

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16

train journeys
per day

218

miles (351 kms)

6hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

05:29 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (7 or 9 changes)

9

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Maidstone East (MDE) to Formby (FBY)

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

The distance by rail from Maidstone East to Formby is approximately 218 miles (351 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 50 mins.

Merseyrail, London Overground, Elizabeth Line, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, Southern, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Maidstone East and Formby.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Maidstone East to Formby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 20 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Maidstone East to Formby

Journeys from Maidstone East to Formby Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    05:29
    6 hrs 20 mins7 changes
    11:49
    Maidstone East
    Formby
    Maidstone East to Formby
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:44
    6 hrs 20 mins9 changes
    13:04
    Maidstone East
    Formby
    Maidstone East to Formby
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:27
    6 hrs 22 mins7 changes
    13:49
    Maidstone East
    Formby
    Maidstone East to Formby
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:27
    6 hrs 37 mins7 changes
    15:04
    Maidstone East
    Formby
    Maidstone East to Formby
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:27
    6 hrs 22 mins7 changes
    15:49
    Maidstone East
    Formby
    Maidstone East to Formby
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:27
    6 hrs 37 mins7 changes
    17:04
    Maidstone East
    Formby
    Maidstone East to Formby
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:27
    6 hrs 22 mins7 changes
    17:49
    Maidstone East
    Formby
    Maidstone East to Formby
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:27
    6 hrs 37 mins7 changes
    19:04
    Maidstone East
    Formby
    Maidstone East to Formby
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:27
    6 hrs 22 mins7 changes
    19:49
    Maidstone East
    Formby
    Maidstone East to Formby
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:27
    6 hrs 37 mins7 changes
    21:04
    Maidstone East
    Formby
    Maidstone East to Formby
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:27
    6 hrs 52 mins7 changes
    22:19
    Maidstone East
    Formby
    Maidstone East to Formby
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    16:27
    6 hrs 37 mins7 changes
    23:04
    Maidstone East
    Formby
    Maidstone East to Formby
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    17:27
    12 hrs 22 mins7 changes
    05:49
    Maidstone East
    Formby
    Maidstone East to Formby
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    22:14
    10 hrs 50 mins8 changes
    09:04
    Maidstone East
    Formby
    Maidstone East to Formby
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    23:13
    11 hrs 51 mins7 changes
    11:04
    Maidstone East
    Formby
    Maidstone East to Formby
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    23:30
    12 hrs 19 mins8 changes
    11:49
    Maidstone East
    Formby
    Maidstone East to Formby

About Maidstone East Station

Station name Maidstone East (MDE)
AddressMaidstone East station, Station Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1QN
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 07:45 - 20:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Formby Station

Station name Formby (FBY)
AddressFormby station, Kirkland Road, Formby, Merseyside, L37 2JF
Managed byME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 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 DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Maidstone East and Formby

The travel time between Maidstone East and Formby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Maidstone East and Formby 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 05:29, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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

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

Merseyrail, London Overground, Elizabeth Line, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, Southern, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Maidstone East and Formby.

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