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Trip Overview

The average train between Derby and Formby takes 3h 16m and the fastest train takes 2h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby 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.

3h 16m
Duration
98 mi
Distance
£50
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Derby to Formby train times

Trains run hourly between Derby and Formby. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Formby at 6:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysWest Midlands TrainsMerseyrail2h 51m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysWest Midlands TrainsMerseyrail2h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysWest Midlands TrainsMerseyrail2h 51m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysWest Midlands TrainsMerseyrail2h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Derby 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 Derby to Formby.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 97.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 16m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Formby via Crewe, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 3h 9m.

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