The average bus between Chester and Formby takes 2h 38m and the fastest bus takes 2h 20m. The bus service runs several times per day from Chester to Formby. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run twice daily between Chester and Formby. The earliest departure is at 7:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 5:41 PM which arrives into Formby at 8:01 PM. All services require a transfer at Queen Square and take an average of 2h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

2h 23m • 1 change
2h 38m • 1 change
2h 43m • 1 change
2h 52m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Chester to Formby? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Formby. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange station and arriving at School Lane station via Queen Square station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.
Chester to Formby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.
Chester to Formby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at School Lane station.
The distance between Chester and Formby is 42.6 km. The road distance is 49 km.
You can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to School Lane via Queen Square and Queen Square Bus Station in around 2h 50m.