The average train between Formby and Wilmslow takes 2h 9m and the fastest train takes 1h 35m. There is an hourly train service from Formby to Wilmslow. 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 Wilmslow. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Formby is at 11:34 PM which arrives into Wilmslow at 6:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Central and take an average of 2h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Formby to Wilmslow? 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 Wilmslow. However, there are services departing from Formby station and arriving at Wilmslow station via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.
Formby to Wilmslow train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Formby station.
Formby to Wilmslow train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Formby to Wilmslow train tickets online with Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Formby and Wilmslow is 61.2 km. The road distance is 107 km.
You can take a train from Formby to Wilmslow via Liverpool Central, Liverpool Lime Street, and Crewe in around 2h 6m.