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Salford Central to Formby by train

First train

05:37

Last train

22:43

Departure station

Salford Central

Arrival station

Formby

Journey time

From 1h 29m

Distance

34 miles (55 km)

Frequency

16 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

TransPennine Express, Merseyrail

Taking the train from Salford Central to Formby in 1 hour 29 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Salford Central to Formby? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 2 hours 14 minutes to travel the 34 miles (55 km) from Salford Central to Formby by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 29 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 16 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with TransPennine Express or Merseyrail, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Salford Central to Formby in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Formby by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Salford Central to Formby

Want to know more about your journey from Salford Central to Formby? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Salford Central to Formby?

You can get from Salford Central to Formby by train in 2 hours and 14 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 1 hour and 29 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Salford Central to Formby take?

The average journey time by train between Salford Central and Formby is 2 hours and 14 minutes, with around 16 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Salford Central and Formby by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Salford Central to Formby is 1 hour and 29 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Salford Central to Formby?

No, there are no direct train services from Salford Central to Formby. Travelling from Salford Central to Formby by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

Cheap train tickets from Salford Central to Formby

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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 Salford Central to Formby is right for you.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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