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Formby to Cleethorpes by train

First train

06:50

Last train

16:20

Departure station

Formby

Arrival station

Cleethorpes

Journey time

From 4h 16m

Distance

125 miles (201 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail

Travelling from Formby to Cleethorpes by train

Looking to travel from Formby to Cleethorpes by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 4 hours 34 minutes to travel from Formby to Cleethorpes by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 16 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 125 miles (201 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Cleethorpes, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express or Merseyrail to get to Cleethorpes. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Formby to Cleethorpes in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

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

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

The fastest journey time by train from Formby to Cleethorpes is 4 hours and 16 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Formby to Cleethorpes?

No, there are no direct train services from Formby to Cleethorpes. Travelling from Formby to Cleethorpes by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Formby to Cleethorpes leave?

The first train from Formby to Cleethorpes leaves at 06:50. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Formby to Cleethorpes leave?

The last train from Formby to Cleethorpes leaves at 16:20. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Formby and Cleethorpes by train?

Trains travelling from Formby to Cleethorpes cover a distance of around 125 miles (201 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Cleethorpes to Formby.

Cheap train tickets from Formby to Cleethorpes

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† 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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