The average train between Rugby and Formby takes 3h 7m and the fastest train takes 2h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby 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 Rugby and Formby. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 11:18 PM which arrives into Formby at 6:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rugby 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 Rugby to Formby. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Formby station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.
Rugby to Formby train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Formby train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Formby station.
Book your Rugby to Formby train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Rugby and Formby is 179 km. The road distance is 197 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Formby via Crewe, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 2h 33m.