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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newton-le-Willows to Formby
Trains from Newton-le-Willows to Formby run on average 6 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:40, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 33 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 8:40 |
Last train 20:41 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Mersey Rail from Newton-le-Willows to Formby trainsNorthern Rail, Mersey Rail trains will get you between Newton-le-Willows and Formby from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newton-le-Willows to Formby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newton-le-Willows 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
Important Stations and Airports in Newton-le-Willows and Formby
Most Newton-le-Willows to Formby trains use the Newton-le-Willows to Formby station pair, with some services arriving at Freshfield. Use this guide to compare Newton-le-Willows and Formby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Newton-le-Willows station do trains to Formby leave from?
Getting to Newton-le-Willows from Newton-le-Willows city centre
Newton-le-Willows train station facilities and services
Newton-le-Willows has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Newton-le-Willows.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Newton-le-Willows.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newton-le-Willows: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newton-le-Willows: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newton-le-Willows: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Station Lifts available, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Formby station do trains from Newton-le-Willows 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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