The average train between Skipton and Formby takes 3h 46m and the fastest train takes 3h 1m. There is an hourly train service from Skipton 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 Skipton and Formby. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Skipton is at 10:49 PM which arrives into Formby at 8:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 3h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Skipton 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 Skipton to Formby. However, there are services departing from Skipton station and arriving at Formby station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.
Skipton to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Skipton station.
Skipton to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.
Book your Skipton to Formby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Merseyrail.
The distance between Skipton and Formby is 82.5 km. The road distance is 179 km.
You can take a train from Skipton to Formby via Leeds, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 3h 19m.