The average train between Aberystwyth and Formby takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Aberystwyth to Formby. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Aberystwyth and Formby. The earliest departure is at 5:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberystwyth is at 7:27 PM which arrives into Formby at 6:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Aberystwyth to Formby? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Formby. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth station and arriving at Formby station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.
Aberystwyth to Formby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.
Aberystwyth to Formby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.
Book your Aberystwyth to Formby train tickets online with Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains and 2 other operators.
The distance between Aberystwyth and Formby is 144 km. The road distance is 259 km.
You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Formby via Shrewsbury, Crewe, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 4h 48m.