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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southport to Formby
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
16 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
16 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southport to Formby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southport to Formby will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Southport to Formby, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 16 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.
9:060h16Southport9:22Formby£51One-way0 changes
- 9:060h16Southport9:22Formby£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southport to Formby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southport to Formby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 11 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£6 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
46m Average total duration Fastest 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southport to Formby:
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southport to Formby costing on average £6.
Other travel options to Formby take longer:
Coach takes on average 23m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (16m by train vs 18m by car). Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £2 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 Mersey Rail, 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southport to Formby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Southport to Formby run on average 6 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 16m.
Distance 11 km |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:46 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Mersey Rail, Merseyrail from Southport to Formby trainsMersey Rail, Merseyrail trains will get you between Southport and Formby from £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: Southport to Formby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southport 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 Southport and Formby
Most Southport to Formby trains use the Southport to Formby station pair. Use this guide to compare Southport and Formby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southport station do trains to Formby leave from?
Getting to Southport from Southport city centre
Southport train station facilities and services
Southport has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Southport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southport. 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 Southport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southport: 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” Ticket office is step free. Both platforms accessed via concourse, 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 Birkdale from Southport city centre
Birkdale is 1 km from Southport city centre. Public transport options include:
Birkdale train station facilities and services
Birkdale 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 Birkdale.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birkdale. 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 Birkdale: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birkdale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birkdale: 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.” Although a footbridge links platforms, both platforms can be accessed via a level crossing. Staff are on hand to assist those passengers requiring it, 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: Yes.
Which Formby station do trains from Southport 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.
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