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

The cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Formby is to bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Formby is to train which takes 25 min and costs £7 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Birkenhead and Formby?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queen Square Bus Station station and arriving at Three Tuns Lane. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

Is there a direct train between Birkenhead and Formby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Moorfields and arriving at Formby. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Birkenhead to Formby?

The distance between Birkenhead and Formby is 11 miles. The road distance is 15.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Formby without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs £7 - £8.

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

The train from Moorfields to Formby takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Formby bus from?

Birkenhead to Formby bus services, operated by Arriva North West, depart from Queen Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Formby train from?

Birkenhead to Formby train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Moorfields station.

Train or bus from Birkenhead to Formby?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Formby is to train which takes 25 min and costs £7 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 53 min.

Where does the Birkenhead to Formby bus arrive?

Birkenhead to Formby bus services, operated by Arriva North West, arrive at Three Tuns Lane station.

Where does the Birkenhead to Formby train arrive?

Birkenhead to Formby train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Formby station.

Can I drive from Birkenhead to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Birkenhead to Formby is 15 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Birkenhead to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2155+ hotels available in Formby.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Moorfields to FormbyLiverpool Central - Southport
25 min
£7–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Three Tuns Lane47
53 min
£2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Birkenhead to Formby15.1 mi
28 min
£35–45
Drive 15.1 mi
1. Drive from Birkenhead to Formby15.1 mi
28 min
£4–6

Birkenhead to Formby by train

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Distance: 11.2 mi
Duration: 25 min

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

Merseyrail operates a train from Moorfields to Formby every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £7–8 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, Arriva North West operates a bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Three Tuns Lane every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 53 min. Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire also services this route hourly.

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