The average train between Formby and Colne takes 3h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Formby to Colne. 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 Colne. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Formby is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Colne at 6:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Southport and take an average of 3h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Formby to Colne? 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 Colne. However, there are services departing from Formby station and arriving at Colne station via Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.
Formby to Colne train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Southport station.
Formby to Colne train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Colne station.
Book your Formby to Colne train tickets online with Merseyrail, Northern Trains Limited and 2 other operators.
The distance between Formby and Colne is 68 km. The road distance is 110 km.
You can take a train from Formby to Colne via Southport, Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Preston in around 3h 32m.