The average train between Blackburn and Formby takes 2h 31m and the fastest train takes 1h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackburn 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 hourly between Blackburn and Formby. The earliest departure is at 7:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackburn is at 11:07 PM which arrives into Formby at 7:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Bolton and take an average of 2h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Blackburn 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 Blackburn to Formby. However, there are services departing from Blackburn station and arriving at Formby station via Bolton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.
Blackburn to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackburn station.
Blackburn to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southport station.
Book your Blackburn to Formby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Merseyrail.
The distance between Blackburn and Formby is 44.1 km. The road distance is 76 km.
You can take a train from Blackburn to Formby via Bolton and Southport in around 2h 16m.