The average train between Formby and Windermere takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Formby to Windermere. 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 Windermere. 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 Windermere at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Southport and take an average of 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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2h 38m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Formby to Windermere? 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 Windermere. However, there are services departing from Southport station and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District station via Wigan Wallgate station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.
Formby to Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Southport station.
Formby to Windermere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.
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The distance between Formby and Windermere is 91.9 km. The road distance is 122 km.
You can take a train from Formby to Windermere via Southport, Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 3h 29m.