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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Formby is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Formby is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Formby. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Formby via Chester and Moorfields. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Formby?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Formby is 151 miles. The road distance is 113.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Formby without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Aberystwyth to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Formby train from?

Aberystwyth to Formby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Formby train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Formby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Formby is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Aberystwyth to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2254+ hotels available in Formby.

Aberystwyth to Formby - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Formby by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Chestertrain Aberystwyth - Chester
4h 11m
£60–99
Drive 112.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Formbycar 112.8 mi
2h 46m
£28–41
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
4h 56m
£56–104
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Chestertrain Aberystwyth - Chester
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Queen Squarebus 1 / ...
5h 44m
£46–74

Aberystwyth to Formby by train

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Distance: 150.5 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Formby, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Aberystwyth to Chester once a week. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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