The average train between Chorley and Formby takes 1h 45m and the fastest train takes 1h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Chorley 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 Chorley and Formby. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chorley is at 9:22 PM which arrives into Formby at 11:06 PM. All services require a transfer at Bolton and take an average of 1h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chorley 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 Chorley to Formby. However, there are services departing from Chorley station and arriving at Formby station via Bolton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.
Chorley to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chorley station.
Chorley to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southport station.
Book your Chorley to Formby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Merseyrail.
The distance between Chorley and Formby is 31.6 km. The road distance is 73 km.
You can take a train from Chorley to Formby via Bolton and Southport in around 2h 5m.