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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Formby is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 7h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Formby is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Formby. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at School Lane via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Formby. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Formby via Crewe and Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Formby?

The distance between Cardiff and Formby is 186 miles. The road distance is 177.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Formby without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 17m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Cardiff to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Formby bus from?

Cardiff to Formby bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Formby train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Formby?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Formby is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 17m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 7h 23m.

Where does the Cardiff to Formby bus arrive?

Cardiff to Formby bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Cardiff to Formby train arrive?

Cardiff to Formby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Formby is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Cardiff to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

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Cardiff to Formby - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Formby by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 17m
£75–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk084
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Uk021 / ...
7h 23m
£23–39
Drive 176.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Formbycar 176.6 mi
3h 53m
£43–62
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BRS - LPL
6h 31m
£73–189
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chestertrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
4h 47m
£74–134
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 51m
£94–172

Cardiff to Formby by train

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Distance: 185.1 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Formby via Crewe and Liverpool South Parkway in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff North Road to School Lane via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 7h 23m.

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