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Outbound fromFormby to London by train
It takes an average of 5h 44m to travel from Formby to London by train, over a distance of around 188 miles (302 km). There are normally 59 trains per day travelling from Formby to London and tickets for this journey start from £27.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:52 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:07 | |
| Departure station | Formby | |
| Arrival station | London | |
| Journey time | From 3h 11m | |
| Distance | 188 miles (302 km) | |
| Frequency | 59 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £27.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales |
How to travel from Formby to London by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Formby to London? Look no further.
You'll usually find 59 trains per day running between Formby and London, which usually take 5 hours 44 minutes to complete the 188 miles (302 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 11 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to London by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or Merseyrail are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Formby to London start from £27.50 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to London? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Formby to London is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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