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Trains from Retford to Formby (FBY)

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13

train journeys
per day

89

miles (143 kms)

4hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

07:35 / 00:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Retford to Formby (FBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Retford and Formby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Retford to Formby is approximately 89 miles (143 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 54 mins.

Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Retford and Formby.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Retford to Formby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from Retford to Formby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:35
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    11:57
    Retford
    Formby
    Retford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:56
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    12:07
    Retford
    Formby
    Retford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:47
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    13:07
    Retford
    Formby
    Retford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    14:07
    Retford
    Formby
    Retford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:47
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    15:07
    Retford
    Formby
    Retford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:54
    5 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    16:07
    Retford
    Formby
    Retford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:50
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    17:07
    Retford
    Formby
    Retford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:51
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    18:07
    Retford
    Formby
    Retford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:50
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    19:07
    Retford
    Formby
    Retford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:51
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    20:08
    Retford
    Formby
    Retford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:44
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    21:07
    Retford
    Formby
    Retford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:05
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    22:07
    Retford
    Formby
    Retford to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:16
    8 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    07:57
    Retford
    Formby
    Retford to Formby

About Retford Station

Station name Retford (RET)
Address Retford station, Station Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7DE
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 13:00
Saturday 06:00 - 13:00
Sunday 08:20 - 13:00
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 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 Retford and Formby

The travel time between Retford and Formby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Retford and Formby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

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Amenities on trains between Retford 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 Retford & Formby. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Retford and Formby.

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