The average train between Formby and Edinburgh takes 4h 2m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Formby to Edinburgh. 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 every 4 hours between Formby and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Formby is at 6:31 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 10:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Southport and take an average of 4h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Formby to Edinburgh? 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 Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Formby station and arriving at Edinburgh station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.
Formby to Edinburgh train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Wigan North Western station.
Formby to Edinburgh train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Formby to Edinburgh train tickets online with Merseyrail, Northern Trains Limited and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Formby and Edinburgh is 266.3 km. The road distance is 370 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Wigan North Western to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 2h 44m.