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Trains from Sholing (SHO) to Formby (FBY)

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14

train journeys
per day

197

miles (317 kms)

6hrs

fastest journey

05:59 / 23:37

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Sholing (SHO) to Formby (FBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Sholing and Formby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sholing to Formby is approximately 197 miles (317 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 16 mins.

Southern, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Sholing and Formby.

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

Journeys from Sholing to Formby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:59
    7 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    13:07
    Sholing
    Formby
    Sholing to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:31
    6 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    14:07
    Sholing
    Formby
    Sholing to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:37
    6 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    15:07
    Sholing
    Formby
    Sholing to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:22
    6 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    16:07
    Sholing
    Formby
    Sholing to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:21
    6 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    17:07
    Sholing
    Formby
    Sholing to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:22
    6 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    18:07
    Sholing
    Formby
    Sholing to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:22
    6 hrs 3 changes
    18:22
    Sholing
    Formby
    Sholing to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:22
    6 hrs 3 changes
    19:22
    Sholing
    Formby
    Sholing to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:22
    6 hrs 3 changes
    20:22
    Sholing
    Formby
    Sholing to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:22
    6 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    22:07
    Sholing
    Formby
    Sholing to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:22
    7 hrs 3 changes
    23:22
    Sholing
    Formby
    Sholing to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:22
    6 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    00:07
    Sholing
    Formby
    Sholing to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:22
    11 hrs 45 mins 4 changes
    07:07
    Sholing
    Formby
    Sholing to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:22
    11 hrs 3 changes
    10:22
    Sholing
    Formby
    Sholing to Formby

About Sholing Station

Station name Sholing (SHO)
Address Sholing station, Station Road, Sholing, Hampshire, SO19 8HH
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
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 Sholing and Formby

The travel time between Sholing and Formby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sholing and Formby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:59, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:37.

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

Amenities on trains between Sholing 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 Sholing & Formby. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Sholing and Formby.

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