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Trains from Southend East (SOE) to Formby (FBY)

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27

train journeys
per day

212

miles (341 kms)

5hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

04:21 / 00:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Southend East (SOE) to Formby (FBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Southend East and Formby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southend East to Formby is approximately 212 miles (341 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 6 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, c2c, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Southend East and Formby.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southend East to Formby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 12 mins.

Journeys from Southend East to Formby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:21
    5 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    10:07
    Southend East
    Formby
    Southend East to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:44
    5 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    11:07
    Southend East
    Formby
    Southend East to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:32
    5 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    12:07
    Southend East
    Formby
    Southend East to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:08
    5 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    12:37
    Southend East
    Formby
    Southend East to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:45
    5 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    13:07
    Southend East
    Formby
    Southend East to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:06
    5 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    13:37
    Southend East
    Formby
    Southend East to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:40
    5 hrs 27 mins 4 changes
    14:07
    Southend East
    Formby
    Southend East to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:47
    5 hrs 20 mins 4 changes
    15:07
    Southend East
    Formby
    Southend East to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:03
    5 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    15:37
    Southend East
    Formby
    Southend East to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:33
    5 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    16:07
    Southend East
    Formby
    Southend East to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:03
    5 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    16:37
    Southend East
    Formby
    Southend East to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:33
    5 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    17:07
    Southend East
    Formby
    Southend East to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:33
    5 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    18:07
    Southend East
    Formby
    Southend East to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:03
    5 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    18:22
    Southend East
    Formby
    Southend East to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:33
    5 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    19:07
    Southend East
    Formby
    Southend East to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:33
    5 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    20:08
    Southend East
    Formby
    Southend East to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:03
    5 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    20:22
    Southend East
    Formby
    Southend East to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:43
    5 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    21:07
    Southend East
    Formby
    Southend East to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:00
    5 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    21:52
    Southend East
    Formby
    Southend East to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:24
    5 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    22:07
    Southend East
    Formby
    Southend East to Formby

About Southend East Station

Station name Southend East (SOE)
Address Southend East station, Ambleside Drive, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 2UP
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 18:00
Saturday 06:30 - 15:30
Sunday 08:00 - 15:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
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 Southend East and Formby

The travel time between Southend East and Formby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend East and Formby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:21, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:44.

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

Amenities on trains between Southend 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 Southend East & Formby. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, c2c, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Southend East and Formby.

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