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Trains from Merthyr Tydfil (MER) to Formby (FBY)

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22

train journeys
per day

125

miles (202 kms)

5hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

06:08 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Merthyr Tydfil (MER) to Formby (FBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Merthyr Tydfil and Formby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Merthyr Tydfil to Formby is approximately 125 miles (202 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 51 mins.

GWR, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Merthyr Tydfil and Formby.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Merthyr Tydfil to Formby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Merthyr Tydfil to Formby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:08
    5 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    11:52
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Formby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:38
    6 hrs 14 mins 4 changes
    12:52
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Formby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:08
    5 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    13:52
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Formby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:08
    5 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    15:07
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Formby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:08
    5 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    15:53
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Formby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:38
    6 hrs 14 mins 4 changes
    16:52
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Formby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:38
    5 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    17:22
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Formby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:08
    5 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    17:52
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Formby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:38
    5 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    18:22
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Formby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:38
    5 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    19:22
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Formby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:08
    5 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    19:52
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Formby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:38
    5 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    20:22
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Formby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:08
    5 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    20:52
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Formby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:38
    6 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    21:52
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Formby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:08
    5 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    22:07
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Formby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:38
    5 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    22:22
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Formby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:08
    6 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    23:22
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Formby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:38
    6 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    00:07
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Formby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:08
    12 hrs 14 mins 4 changes
    06:22
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Formby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:38
    11 hrs 1 min 4 changes
    06:39
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Formby
    Merthyr Tydfil to Formby

About Merthyr Tydfil Station

Station name Merthyr Tydfil (MER)
Address Merthyr Tydfil station, Tramroad Side, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr, CF47 0AG
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:30 - 13:00
Tuesday 07:30 - 13:00
Wednesday 07:30 - 13:00
Thursday 07:30 - 13:00
Friday 07:30 - 13:00
Saturday 07:30 - 13:00
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
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 Merthyr Tydfil and Formby

The travel time between Merthyr Tydfil and Formby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 51 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Merthyr Tydfil and Formby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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

Amenities on trains between Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil & Formby. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Merthyr Tydfil and Formby.

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