The average train between Leicester and Formby takes 3h 41m and the fastest train takes 2h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester 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 Leicester and Formby. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Formby at 8:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 3h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Formby. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Formby station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.
Leicester to Formby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nuneaton station.
Leicester to Formby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.
Book your Leicester to Formby train tickets online with Cross Country, West Midlands Trains and 2 other operators.
The distance between Leicester and Formby is 164.9 km. The road distance is 203 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Formby via Nuneaton, Crewe, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 3h 43m.