The average train between Formby and Chester takes 3h 46m and the fastest train takes 1h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Formby to Chester. 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 twice daily between Formby and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Formby is at 11:34 PM which arrives into Chester at 8:56 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Formby to Chester. However, there are services departing from Formby station and arriving at Chester station via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.
Formby to Chester train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Formby station.
Formby to Chester train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Formby to Chester train tickets online with Merseyrail.
The distance between Formby and Chester is 42.6 km. The road distance is 46 km.
You can take a train from Formby to Chester via Liverpool Central Loop Line in around 1h 23m.