The average train between Wilmslow and Formby takes 2h 12m and the fastest train takes 1h 42m. There is an hourly train service from Wilmslow 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 Wilmslow and Formby. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Wilmslow is at 10:49 PM which arrives into Formby at 6:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 2h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Wilmslow to Formby. However, there are services departing from Wilmslow station and arriving at Formby station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.
Wilmslow to Formby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Wilmslow station.
Wilmslow to Formby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Formby station.
Book your Wilmslow to Formby train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Wilmslow and Formby is 61.2 km. The road distance is 107 km.
You can take a train from Wilmslow to Formby via Crewe, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 2h 8m.