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The cheapest and fastest trains from Widnes to Formby
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
31 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Widnes to Formby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Widnes to Formby will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Fast trains
To travel from Widnes to Formby you need to make at least one change.
19:061h00
Widnes20:06Formby
£91One-way
1 change
08:061h00
Widnes09:06Formby
£101One-way
1 change
09:061h00
Widnes10:06Formby
£101One-way
1 change
10:061h00
Widnes11:06Formby
£101One-way
1 change
11:061h00
Widnes12:06Formby
£101One-way
1 change
07:530h58
Widnes08:51Formby
£111One-way
1 change
08:530h58
Widnes09:51Formby
£111One-way
1 change
09:530h58
Widnes10:51Formby
£111One-way
1 change
10:530h58
Widnes11:51Formby
£111One-way
1 change
11:530h58
Widnes12:51Formby
£111One-way
1 change
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Widnes to Formby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Widnes to Formby run on average 5 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 22:37 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Merseyrail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited from Widnes to Formby trainsMerseyrail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Widnes and Formby from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Merseyrail
About
Mersey Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a network of commuter and regional services in the North West of England. Mersey Rail operates a variety of train types, including the Class 507 and Class 508 electric multiple units, and the Class 142 and Class 150 diesel multiple units. It also operates the Merseyrail Electrics, a fleet of electric multiple units. Mersey Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Mersey Rail are Liverpool to Southport, Liverpool to Chester, and Liverpool to Ormskirk.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
£11
Merseyrail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be leashed
Quiet zone
Family area
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
58m
Cheapest Price
£9
east_midlands_trains frequency
10 a day
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
58m
Cheapest Price
£11
Northern Trains Limited frequency
14 a day
FAQs: Widnes to Formby train
FAQs: Travel by train from Widnes to Formby easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Widnes to Formby.
Booking trains from Widnes to Formby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Widnes to Formby is 31 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Widnes to Formby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £11.
The cheapest way to get from Widnes to Formby is by train, costing approximately £9.
The train journey from Widnes to Formby covers a distance of 31 km and takes approximately 58m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Widnes to Formby leaves at 5:50.
The last train from Widnes to Formby departs at 22:37.
Trains from Widnes to Formby run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Widnes to Formby.
The train station in Widnes that goes to Formby is Widnes station (WID), and it arrives at Formby station (FBY).
There is no night train service from Widnes to Formby.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Widnes to Formby.
Yes, you can take the train from Widnes to Formby.
To travel from Widnes to Formby, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Widnes and Formby
Widnes
Formby
The major train station for departures in Widnes is Hough Green. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hough Green for your trip from Widnes to Formby.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:10 - 00:10 Sunday 08:40 - 23:05
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level access to Liverpool bound platform. Access to the Manchester bound platform is off Netherley Road via 12 metre ramp and then 11 steps.
- 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: Platform 1
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Hough Green
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Liverpool Road (200 yards from station, station side for Warrington, opposite side for Liverpool)
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 07:00 - 14:25 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Step free access to Liverpool platform from station front. Separate ramp access from road bridge to Manchester platform.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Widnes
- Onward travel information: None. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Birchfield Road - at the service bus stop adjacent to the cemetery wall for services towards Warrington and in the layby at the entrance to Victoria Park for services towards Liverpool.
The major train station for arrivals in Formby is Formby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Formby for your journey to Formby from Widnes.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibility
WC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:43 - 00:21 Sunday 07:58 - 00:21 Monday - Friday 05:38 - 00:21 Saturday 05:38 - 00:21 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Formby
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Formby Bridge, Formby
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