The average train between Halifax and Formby takes 2h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. There is an hourly train service from Halifax to Formby. 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 Halifax and Formby. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Halifax is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Formby at 7:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 2h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Halifax to Formby? 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 Halifax to Formby. However, there are services departing from Halifax station and arriving at Formby station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.
Halifax to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Halifax station.
Halifax to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Formby station.
Book your Halifax to Formby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Merseyrail.
The distance between Halifax and Formby is 82.3 km. The road distance is 121 km.
You can take a train from Halifax to Formby via Manchester Victoria, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 2h 25m.