The average train between Formby and Durham takes 3h 54m and the fastest train takes 3h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Formby to Durham. 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 Durham. The earliest departure is at 6:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Formby is at 11:34 PM which arrives into Durham at 8:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Central and take an average of 3h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Formby to Durham? 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 Durham. However, there are services departing from Formby station and arriving at Durham station via Durham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.
Formby to Durham train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.
Formby to Durham train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Durham station.
Book your Formby to Durham train tickets online with Merseyrail and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Formby and Durham is 166.8 km. The road distance is 284 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 2h 41m.