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Outbound fromFormby to Wigan by train
It takes an average of 2h 11m to travel from Formby to Wigan by train, over a distance of around 18 miles (29 km). There are normally 44 trains per day travelling from Formby to Wigan and tickets for this journey start from £12.10 when you book in advance.
How to travel from Formby to Wigan by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Formby to Wigan? Look no further.
You'll usually find 44 trains per day running between Formby and Wigan, which usually take 2 hours 11 minutes to complete the 18 miles (29 km) journey. It can take as little as 57 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 Wigan by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Merseyrail trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Wigan.
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 Wigan start from £12.10 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Wigan? 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.
FAQs about the train journey from Formby to Wigan
Want to know more about your journey from Formby to Wigan? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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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 Wigan 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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