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

The cheapest way to get from Banks to Formby is to line 44 bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Banks to Formby is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £27 - £33.

Is there a direct bus between Banks and Formby?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rufford Road and arriving at Formby Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Banks to Formby?

The distance between Banks and Formby is 12 miles. The road distance is 11.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Banks to Formby without a car is to bus and train which takes 52 min and costs £7 - £9.

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

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Banks to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banks to Formby bus from?

Banks to Formby bus services, operated by Arriva North West, depart from Rufford Road station.

Where does the Banks to Formby bus arrive?

Banks to Formby bus services, operated by Arriva North West, arrive at Formby Station.

Can I drive from Banks to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Banks to Formby is 12 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Banks to Formby.

Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2115+ hotels available in Formby.

Banks to Formby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 44 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Church Road to Union StreetX2 / ...
2. Take the train from Southport to FormbySouthport - Hunts Cross / ...
52 min
£7–9
Line 44 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rufford Road to Formby Station44
57 min
£2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Banks to Formby11.8 mi
25 min
£27–33
Drive 11.8 mi
1. Drive from Banks to Formby11.8 mi
25 min
£3–5

Banks to Formby by bus, foot, and train

318Weekly Services

52 minAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 12 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Banks, Lancashire, England and Formby, England?

Arriva North West operates a bus from Rufford Road to Formby Station hourly. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 57 min.

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