The average train between Stafford and Formby takes 2h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Stafford 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 Stafford and Formby. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stafford is at 9:24 PM which arrives into Formby at 11:45 PM. All services require a transfer at Chester and take an average of 2h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Stafford 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 Stafford to Formby. However, there are services departing from Stafford station and arriving at Formby station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.
Stafford to Formby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Stafford station.
Stafford to Formby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Formby station.
Book your Stafford to Formby train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Merseyrail.
The distance between Stafford and Formby is 105.1 km. The road distance is 117 km.
You can take a train from Stafford to Formby via Chester and Moorfields in around 2h 11m.