The average train between Formby and Burscough takes 52 min and the fastest train takes 35 min. There is an hourly train service from Formby to Burscough. 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 Burscough. The earliest departure is at 12:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Formby is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Burscough at 11:23 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 52 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Formby to Burscough. However, there are services departing from Formby station and arriving at Burscough station via Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.
Formby to Burscough train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Formby station.
Formby to Burscough train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Burscough Bridge station.
Book your Formby to Burscough train tickets online with Merseyrail and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Formby and Burscough is 15 km. The road distance is 24 km.
You can take a train from Formby to Burscough Bridge via Southport in around 54 min.