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 £22 - £80 and takes 9h 15m.

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 5h 5m and costs £85 - £200.

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 Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

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 34m and costs £30 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 7h 34m 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 Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Train, bus or fly from Aberdeen to Formby?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Formby is to train which takes 7h 34m and costs £30 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £80 and takes 9h 15m, you could also fly, which costs £90 - £190 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Formby bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Formby bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Formby is 325 miles. It takes approximately 5h 53m to drive from Aberdeen to Formby.

Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2110+ hotels available in Formby.

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

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 Edinburgh WaverleyAberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to PrestonEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
7h 34m
£33–165
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationM9
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
9h 15m
£22–76
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Adelphi to Haymarket StationE1
2. Take the train from Haymarket to PrestonEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
8h 43m
Drive 323.1 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Formby323.1 mi
5h 53m
£81–117
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkway
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Formby
5h 5m
£88–197
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Liverpool (LPL)ABZ - LPL
6h 13m
£93–186
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)ABZ - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool South Parkway
5h 51m
£97–251
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness Airport Station
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)INV - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkway
7h 7m
£121–315

Aberdeen to Formby by train and bus

110Weekly Services

7h 34mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 346.7 mi
Duration: 7h 34m

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

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Formby Station via Edinburgh Waverley, Preston, Railway Station, and Rufford Road in around 7h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Alderson Crescent via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station, and Union Street in around 9h 15m.

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