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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Formby is to car ferry which costs £45 - £75 and takes 10h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Formby is to fly and train which takes 3h 7m and costs £40 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast to Formby. However, there are services departing from Belfast, Europa Buscentre and arriving at Alderson Crescent via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 44m.

How far is it from Belfast to Formby?

The distance between Belfast and Formby is 175 miles.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Formby without a car is to car ferry which takes 10h 32m and costs £45 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Belfast to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Formby bus from?

Belfast to Formby bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where does the Belfast to Formby bus arrive?

Belfast to Formby bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2155+ hotels available in Formby.

Belfast to Formby - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, car ferry, and ferry

There are 10 ways to get from Belfast to Formby by plane, train, car ferry, ferry, busferry, bus, or car

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

Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Liverpool, train
best
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Liverpool (LPL)BHD - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Formby
3h 7m
£41–154
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Liverpool
10h 32m
£49–72
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan
2. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Wigan North Western
12h 25m
£99–372
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
12h 44m
Fly Belfast International Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Liverpool (LPL)BFS - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Formby
3h 52m
£41–124
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BHD - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkway
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Formby
4h 25m
£48–168
Fly Belfast International Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BFS - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkway
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Formby
5h 5m
£47–143
Bus to Dublin Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Liverpool (LPL)DUB - LPL
5h 17m
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)BHD - LBA
2. Take the train from Leeds to Liverpool Lime Street
5h 51m
£71–230
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
2. Drive from Cairnryan to Formby
6h 42m
£81–127

Belfast to Formby by bus, car ferry, foot, and train

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10h 32mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Belfast to Formby.

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Distance: 174.3 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Formby, England?

Stena Line operates a car ferry from Belfast to Liverpool twice daily. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 8h.

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