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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Formby is to bus which costs £23 - £60 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Formby is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Formby. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Alderson Crescent via Bus Station and Wellington Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Formby?

The distance between Carlisle and Formby is 115 miles. The road distance is 112.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Formby without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 52m and costs £24 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Carlisle to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Formby bus from?

Carlisle to Formby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Formby bus arrive?

Carlisle to Formby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Formby is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Carlisle to Formby.

Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2175+ hotels available in Formby.

Carlisle to Formby - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Carlisle to Formby by train, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Wellington Streetbus X2 / ...
2h 52m
£25–71
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wellington Streetbus X2 / ...
4h 14m
£23–56
Drive 112.3 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Formbycar 112.3 mi
2h 17m
£28–40

Carlisle to Formby by train and bus

318Weekly Services

2h 52mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carlisle to Formby.

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Distance: 114.1 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Alderson Crescent via Bus Station and Wellington Street in around 4h 14m.

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