What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Formby?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Formby is to bus which costs £40 - £120 and takes 9h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Formby?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Formby is to fly and train which takes 4h 47m and costs £95 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Formby. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Alderson Crescent via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station and Duke Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Formby. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Preston via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Formby?

The distance between Aberdeen and Formby is 349 miles. The road distance is 325 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Formby without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Formby without a car is to train which takes 7h 25m and costs £100 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Formby?

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from Aberdeen to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Formby bus from?

Aberdeen to Formby bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Formby train from?

Aberdeen to Formby train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Aberdeen station.

Train, bus or fly from Aberdeen to Formby?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Formby is to train which takes 7h 25m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 9h 37m, you could also fly, which costs £80 - £240 and takes 5h 44m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Formby bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Formby bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Formby train arrive?

Aberdeen to Formby train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Formby is 325 miles. It takes approximately 5h 56m to drive from Aberdeen to Formby.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdeen to Formby?

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Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2271+ hotels available in Formby.

Aberdeen to Formby - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Aberdeen to Formby by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Carlisletrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
7h 25m
£102–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk030
9h 37m
£40–118
Drive 323.1 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Formbycar 323.1 mi
5h 56m
£79–114
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Formbytrain
4h 47m
£98–269
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
7h 48m
£89–230
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Liverpool (LPL)plane ABZ - LPL
5h 44m
£81–232
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ABZ - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
5h 49m
£115–306
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness Airporttrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
7h 4m
£155–345

Aberdeen to Formby by train and bus

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7h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 346.6 mi
Duration: 7h 25m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Formby, England?

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Formby Station via Carlisle, Preston, Railway Station, and Rufford Road in around 7h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Alderson Crescent via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station, and Duke Street in around 9h 37m.

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