The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Formby
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Formby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Formby will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 1 trains that leave Liverpool for Formby on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 26 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:05 AM0h26Liverpool7:31 AMFormby$101One-way0 transfers
7:05 AM0h26Liverpool7:31 AMFormby$101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Formby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Formby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 10 miles (17 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Formby:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Formby costing on average $10 (€8).
Other travel options to Formby take longer:
Bus takes on average 48m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (26m by train vs 34m by car). Tickets start at around $10 (€8) compared to roughly $6 (€5) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Merseyrail.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Liverpool to Formby train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Formby trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:05 AM Liverpool | 0h26 | 7:31 AM Formby | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Formby
Trains from Liverpool to Formby run on average 7 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 10 miles (17 km) distance in 26m.
Distance 10 miles (17 km) |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 5:45 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Mersey Rail, Merseyrail from Liverpool to Formby trainsMersey Rail, Merseyrail trains will get you between Liverpool and Formby from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Formby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Formby by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Formby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Formby
Most Liverpool to Formby trains use the Moorfields to Formby station pair, with some services arriving at Freshfield. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Formby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Liverpool station do trains to Formby leave from?
Getting to Moorfields from Liverpool city centre
Moorfields train station facilities and services
Moorfields has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Moorfields.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Moorfields. ATMs are available at Moorfields.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Moorfields. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Moorfields: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Moorfields: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moorfields: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Which Formby station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
Getting to Formby from Formby city centre
Formby train station facilities and services
Formby has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Formby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Formby. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Formby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Formby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Formby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” The station can be accessed via street level and platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Freshfield from Formby city centre
Freshfield is 1 km from Formby city centre. Public transport options include:
Freshfield train station facilities and services
Freshfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Freshfield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Freshfield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Freshfield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Freshfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Freshfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” The station can be accessed via street level/ramps, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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