The average train between Colne and Formby takes 3h 49m and the fastest train takes 3h. There is a train service every few hours from Colne 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 Colne and Formby. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colne is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Formby at 7:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 3h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Colne 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 Colne to Formby. However, there are services departing from Colne station and arriving at Formby station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.
Colne to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Colne station.
Colne to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southport station.
Book your Colne to Formby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Merseyrail and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Colne and Formby is 68 km. The road distance is 110 km.
You can take a train from Colne to Formby via Preston, Wigan North Western, Wigan Wallgate, and Southport in around 2h 57m.