The average train between Northwich and Formby takes 2h 35m and the fastest train takes 1h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Northwich 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 Northwich and Formby. The earliest departure is at 12:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Northwich is at 10:11 PM which arrives into Formby at 6:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Chester and take an average of 2h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


1h 50m • 2 changes


1h 50m • 2 changes


1h 50m • 2 changes


1h 50m • 2 changes


7h • 2 changes


2h 5m • 2 changes


1h 50m • 2 changes


1h 50m • 2 changes


7h • 2 changes


2h 5m • 2 changes


1h 50m • 2 changes


1h 50m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Northwich 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 Northwich to Formby. However, there are services departing from Northwich station and arriving at Formby station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.
Northwich to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Greenbank station.
Northwich to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Formby station.
Book your Northwich to Formby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Merseyrail.
The distance between Northwich and Formby is 49.4 km. The road distance is 70 km.
You can take a train from Greenbank to Formby via Chester and Moorfields in around 1h 55m.