The average train between Formby and Inverness takes 9h 13m and the fastest train takes 7h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Formby to Inverness. 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 Inverness. The earliest departure is at 7:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Formby is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Inverness at 1:25 PM. All services require a transfer at Southport and take an average of 9h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Formby to Inverness? 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 Inverness. However, there are services departing from Formby station and arriving at Inverness station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 13m.
Formby to Inverness train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Wigan North Western station.
Formby to Inverness train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Inverness station.
Book your Formby to Inverness train tickets online with Merseyrail, Northern Trains Limited and 5 other operators.
The distance between Formby and Inverness is 442 km. The road distance is 658 km.
You can take a train from Formby to Inverness via Southport, Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Perth in around 9h 18m.