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Trains from Whitehaven (WTH) to Formby (FBY)

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19

train journeys
per day

72

miles (116 kms)

4hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

06:17 / 23:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Whitehaven (WTH) to Formby (FBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Whitehaven and Formby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Whitehaven to Formby is approximately 72 miles (116 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 30 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Whitehaven and Formby.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Whitehaven to Formby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 54 mins.

Journeys from Whitehaven to Formby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:17
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    11:12
    Whitehaven
    Formby
    Whitehaven to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    5 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    12:07
    Whitehaven
    Formby
    Whitehaven to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:04
    5 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    12:12
    Whitehaven
    Formby
    Whitehaven to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:23
    5 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    12:57
    Whitehaven
    Formby
    Whitehaven to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:09
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    13:57
    Whitehaven
    Formby
    Whitehaven to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:18
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    14:12
    Whitehaven
    Formby
    Whitehaven to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:12
    5 hrs 3 changes
    15:12
    Whitehaven
    Formby
    Whitehaven to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:45
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    16:52
    Whitehaven
    Formby
    Whitehaven to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:16
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    17:12
    Whitehaven
    Formby
    Whitehaven to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:37
    5 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    17:57
    Whitehaven
    Formby
    Whitehaven to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:19
    5 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    18:52
    Whitehaven
    Formby
    Whitehaven to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:38
    5 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    19:12
    Whitehaven
    Formby
    Whitehaven to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:38
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    20:08
    Whitehaven
    Formby
    Whitehaven to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:17
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    20:12
    Whitehaven
    Formby
    Whitehaven to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:12
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    20:57
    Whitehaven
    Formby
    Whitehaven to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:01
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    22:07
    Whitehaven
    Formby
    Whitehaven to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:18
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    23:12
    Whitehaven
    Formby
    Whitehaven to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:38
    5 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    00:07
    Whitehaven
    Formby
    Whitehaven to Formby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:17
    11 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    07:57
    Whitehaven
    Formby
    Whitehaven to Formby

About Whitehaven Station

Station name Whitehaven (WTH)
Address Whitehaven station, Station Approach, off Bransty Row, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6AX
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 18:30
Saturday 06:15 - 17:00
Sunday Closed
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 Whitehaven and Formby

The travel time between Whitehaven and Formby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Whitehaven and Formby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:10.

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Amenities on trains between Whitehaven 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 Whitehaven & Formby. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Whitehaven and Formby.

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