The average train between Oxford and Formby takes 4h 7m and the fastest train takes 3h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Oxford 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 Oxford and Formby. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oxford is at 9:39 PM which arrives into Formby at 8:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Oxford 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 Oxford to Formby. However, there are services departing from Oxford station and arriving at Formby station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.
Oxford to Formby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.
Oxford to Formby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.
Book your Oxford to Formby train tickets online with Cross Country, West Midlands Trains and Merseyrail.
The distance between Oxford and Formby is 235.2 km. The road distance is 274 km.
You can take a train from Oxford to Formby via Birmingham New Street, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 4h 7m.