The average train between Formby and York takes 3h 4m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Formby to York. 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 York. The earliest departure is at 6:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Formby is at 11:34 PM which arrives into York at 7:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Central and take an average of 3h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Formby to York. However, there are services departing from Formby station and arriving at York station via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.
Formby to York train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Formby station.
Formby to York train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at York station.
Book your Formby to York train tickets online with Merseyrail and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Formby and York is 138 km. The road distance is 178 km.
You can take a train from Formby to York via Liverpool Central and Liverpool Lime Street in around 3h 6m.