The average train between Formby and Bournemouth takes 6h 48m and the fastest train takes 5h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Formby to Bournemouth. 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 Formby and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Formby is at 11:34 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 11:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Central and take an average of 6h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Formby to Bournemouth? 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 Formby to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Formby station and arriving at Bournemouth station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.
Formby to Bournemouth train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.
Formby to Bournemouth train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Bournemouth station.
Book your Formby to Bournemouth train tickets online with Merseyrail, West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Formby and Bournemouth is 325.8 km. The road distance is 439 km.
You can take a train from Formby to Bournemouth via Liverpool Central, Liverpool Lime Street, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 39m.