The average train between Formby and Perth takes 5h 42m and the fastest train takes 5h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Formby to Perth. 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 Perth. 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 Perth at 10:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Southport and take an average of 5h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Formby to Perth? 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 Perth. However, there are services departing from Formby station and arriving at Perth station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.
Formby to Perth train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Wigan North Western station.
Formby to Perth train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Perth station.
Book your Formby to Perth train tickets online with Merseyrail, Northern Trains Limited and 3 other operators.
The distance between Formby and Perth is 316.3 km. The road distance is 471 km.
You can take a train from Formby to Perth via Southport, Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 5h 56m.