The average train between Clitheroe and Formby takes 2h 51m and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Clitheroe 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 Clitheroe and Formby. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Clitheroe is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Formby at 7:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Bolton and take an average of 2h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Clitheroe 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 Clitheroe to Formby. However, there are services departing from Clitheroe station and arriving at Formby station via Bolton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.
Clitheroe to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Clitheroe station.
Clitheroe to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southport station.
Book your Clitheroe to Formby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Merseyrail.
The distance between Clitheroe and Formby is 55.8 km. The road distance is 94 km.
You can take a train from Clitheroe to Formby via Bolton and Southport in around 2h 42m.