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Trains from St Helens Central (SNH) to Formby (FBY)

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61

train journeys
per day

15

miles (25 kms)

1hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

06:09 / 00:04

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from St Helens Central (SNH) to Formby (FBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 61 scheduled rail journeys between St Helens Central and Formby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 61 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from St Helens Central to Formby is approximately 15 miles (25 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 49 mins.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between St Helens Central and Formby.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being St Helens Central to Formby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 19 mins.

Journeys from St Helens Central to Formby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:09
    1 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    07:37
    St Helens Central
    Formby
    St Helens Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:14
    1 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    07:57
    St Helens Central
    Formby
    St Helens Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:38
    1 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    08:07
    St Helens Central
    Formby
    St Helens Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:00
    1 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    St Helens Central
    Formby
    St Helens Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:09
    1 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    08:37
    St Helens Central
    Formby
    St Helens Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    1 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    08:52
    St Helens Central
    Formby
    St Helens Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:39
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    09:22
    St Helens Central
    Formby
    St Helens Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:09
    1 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    09:37
    St Helens Central
    Formby
    St Helens Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:13
    1 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    09:57
    St Helens Central
    Formby
    St Helens Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:38
    1 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    10:07
    St Helens Central
    Formby
    St Helens Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:58
    1 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    10:22
    St Helens Central
    Formby
    St Helens Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:07
    1 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    St Helens Central
    Formby
    St Helens Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:13
    1 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    10:57
    St Helens Central
    Formby
    St Helens Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:38
    1 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    St Helens Central
    Formby
    St Helens Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:01
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    St Helens Central
    Formby
    St Helens Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:10
    1 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    11:37
    St Helens Central
    Formby
    St Helens Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:13
    1 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    11:57
    St Helens Central
    Formby
    St Helens Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:38
    1 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    12:07
    St Helens Central
    Formby
    St Helens Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:09
    1 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    12:37
    St Helens Central
    Formby
    St Helens Central to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:13
    1 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    12:57
    St Helens Central
    Formby
    St Helens Central to Formby

About St Helens Central Station

Station name St Helens Central (SNH)
Address St Helens Central station, Shaw Street, St Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1DQ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:50 - 20:40
Tuesday 05:50 - 20:40
Wednesday 05:50 - 20:40
Thursday 05:50 - 20:40
Friday 05:50 - 20:40
Saturday 05:50 - 20:40
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 St Helens Central and Formby

The travel time between St Helens Central and Formby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 49 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between St Helens Central and Formby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 61 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:09, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:04.

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

Amenities on trains between St Helens Central 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 St Helens Central & Formby. owever, there are 61 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between St Helens Central and Formby.

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