The average train between Tyldesley and Formby takes 2h 23m and the fastest train takes 1h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Tyldesley 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 Tyldesley and Formby. The earliest departure is at 12:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Tyldesley is at 9:53 PM which arrives into Formby at 5:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Wigan Wallgate and take an average of 2h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Tyldesley 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 Tyldesley to Formby. However, there are services departing from Tyldesley station and arriving at Formby station via Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.
Tyldesley to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Atherton station.
Tyldesley to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Formby station.
Book your Tyldesley to Formby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Merseyrail.
The distance between Tyldesley and Formby is 40.1 km. The road distance is 50 km.
You can take a train from Atherton to Formby via Wigan Wallgate and Southport in around 1h 42m.