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

The cheapest way to get from Altrincham to Formby is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Altrincham to Formby is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Altrincham and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Altrincham to Formby. However, there are services departing from Altrincham Interchange and arriving at School Lane via Manchester Airport The Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Altrincham and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Altrincham to Formby. However, there are services departing from Altrincham and arriving at Formby via Manchester Victoria and Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Altrincham to Formby?

The distance between Altrincham and Formby is 46 miles. The road distance is 37.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Altrincham to Formby without a car is to line 5 bus and train which takes 2h 23m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Altrincham to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altrincham to Formby bus from?

Altrincham to Formby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Airport The Station.

Where do I catch the Altrincham to Formby train from?

Altrincham to Formby train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Altrincham station.

Where does the Altrincham to Formby bus arrive?

Altrincham to Formby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Altrincham to Formby train arrive?

Altrincham to Formby train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Victoria station.

Can I drive from Altrincham to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Altrincham to Formby is 38 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Altrincham to Formby.

Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2163+ hotels available in Formby.

Altrincham to Formby - 6 ways to travel via train, line 5 bus, tram, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Altrincham to Formby by bus, train, tram, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 5 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Altrincham Interchange to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Kbus 5
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Formbytrain Hunts Cross - Southport
2h 23m
Tram, train
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Altrincham to Victoriatram
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Formbytrain
2h 24m
£9–34
Drive 37.4 mi
1. Drive from Altrincham to Formbycar 37.4 mi
49 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Altrincham to Formbytaxi 37.4 mi
49 min
£75–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 171 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to School Lanebus X2
3h 10m
£10–23
Line 5 bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Altrincham Interchange to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Kbus 5
2. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand J to Hawke Streetbus 7
3h 36m

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Map of how to get from Altrincham to Formby.

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Distance: 45.5 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Altrincham, England and Formby, England?

You can take a bus from Altrincham Interchange to School Lane via Manchester Airport The Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 3h 10m.

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