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Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Formby (FBY)

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17

train journeys
per day

224

miles (361 kms)

6hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

05:24 / 02:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Formby (FBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Plymouth and Formby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Plymouth to Formby is approximately 224 miles (361 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 40 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Plymouth to Formby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 40 mins.

Journeys from Plymouth to Formby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:24
    6 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    12:07
    Plymouth
    Formby
    Plymouth to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:20
    6 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    13:07
    Plymouth
    Formby
    Plymouth to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:27
    6 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    14:07
    Plymouth
    Formby
    Plymouth to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:27
    6 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    15:07
    Plymouth
    Formby
    Plymouth to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:27
    6 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    16:07
    Plymouth
    Formby
    Plymouth to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:37
    6 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    16:07
    Plymouth
    Formby
    Plymouth to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:27
    6 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    17:07
    Plymouth
    Formby
    Plymouth to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:27
    6 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    18:07
    Plymouth
    Formby
    Plymouth to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:27
    6 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    19:07
    Plymouth
    Formby
    Plymouth to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:27
    6 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    20:08
    Plymouth
    Formby
    Plymouth to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:27
    6 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    21:07
    Plymouth
    Formby
    Plymouth to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:27
    6 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    22:07
    Plymouth
    Formby
    Plymouth to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:27
    6 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    23:22
    Plymouth
    Formby
    Plymouth to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:27
    6 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    00:07
    Plymouth
    Formby
    Plymouth to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:48
    12 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    07:07
    Plymouth
    Formby
    Plymouth to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:50
    12 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    08:07
    Plymouth
    Formby
    Plymouth to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:54
    12 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    12:07
    Plymouth
    Formby
    Plymouth to Formby

About Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
Address Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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 Plymouth and Formby

The travel time between Plymouth and Formby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Plymouth and Formby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 02:12.

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

Amenities on trains between Plymouth 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 Plymouth & Formby. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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