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Trip Overview

The average train between Bolton and Formby takes 1h 16m and the fastest train takes 1h 14m. There is an hourly train service from Bolton 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.

1h 16m
Duration
34 mi
Distance
£15
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Bolton to Formby train times

Trains run hourly between Bolton and Formby. The earliest departure is at 6:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 9:49 PM which arrives into Formby at 11:04 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 17m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 14m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 16m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 14m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 14m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 17m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 16m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 14m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 14m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 17m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 16m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 14m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 14m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 17m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 16m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 14m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 14m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 17m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 16m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 14m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 14m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 17m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton 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.

Map of how to get from Bolton to Formby.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 33.9 mi
  • Duration: 1h 16m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Formby, England?

You can take a train from Bolton to Formby via Southport in around 1h 20m.

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