The average train between Cambridge and Formby takes 4h 32m and the fastest train takes 3h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from Cambridge 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 Cambridge and Formby. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Formby at 9:45 AM. All services require a transfer at King's Cross and take an average of 4h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cambridge 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 Cambridge to Formby. However, there are services departing from Cambridge station and arriving at Formby station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.
Cambridge to Formby train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.
Cambridge to Formby train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.
Book your Cambridge to Formby train tickets online with Great Northern, Avanti West Coast and Merseyrail.
The distance between Cambridge and Formby is 261.8 km. The road distance is 419 km.
You can take a train from Cambridge to Formby via King's Cross, London Euston, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 4h 38m.