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Trains from Watford Junction to Formby (FBY)

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21

train journeys
per day

172

miles (277 kms)

3hrs 16 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Watford Junction to Formby (FBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Watford Junction and Formby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Watford Junction to Formby is approximately 172 miles (277 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 33 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Formby.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Watford Junction to Formby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 16 mins.

Journeys from Watford Junction to Formby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:48
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    09:07
    Watford Junction
    Formby
    Watford Junction to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:51
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    10:07
    Watford Junction
    Formby
    Watford Junction to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:38
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    11:07
    Watford Junction
    Formby
    Watford Junction to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:38
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    12:07
    Watford Junction
    Formby
    Watford Junction to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:38
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    13:07
    Watford Junction
    Formby
    Watford Junction to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:38
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    14:07
    Watford Junction
    Formby
    Watford Junction to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:38
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    15:07
    Watford Junction
    Formby
    Watford Junction to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:38
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    16:07
    Watford Junction
    Formby
    Watford Junction to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:38
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    17:07
    Watford Junction
    Formby
    Watford Junction to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:38
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    18:07
    Watford Junction
    Formby
    Watford Junction to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:38
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    19:07
    Watford Junction
    Formby
    Watford Junction to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:34
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    20:08
    Watford Junction
    Formby
    Watford Junction to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:35
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    21:07
    Watford Junction
    Formby
    Watford Junction to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:35
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    22:07
    Watford Junction
    Formby
    Watford Junction to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:38
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    23:22
    Watford Junction
    Formby
    Watford Junction to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:28
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    00:07
    Watford Junction
    Formby
    Watford Junction to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:38
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    00:07
    Watford Junction
    Formby
    Watford Junction to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:25
    9 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    06:39
    Watford Junction
    Formby
    Watford Junction to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:05
    9 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    07:07
    Watford Junction
    Formby
    Watford Junction to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:18
    8 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    08:07
    Watford Junction
    Formby
    Watford Junction to Formby

About Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
Address Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Watford Junction and Formby

The travel time between Watford Junction and Formby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 16 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Watford Junction and Formby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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

Amenities on trains between Watford Junction 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 Watford Junction & Formby. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Formby.

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