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

The cheapest way to get from Chorley to Formby is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chorley to Formby is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Chorley and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Chorley 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 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Chorley and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Chorley to Formby. However, there are services departing from Chorley and arriving at Formby via Bolton and Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Chorley to Formby?

The distance between Chorley and Formby is 46 miles. The road distance is 25.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chorley to Formby without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £26 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Chorley to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chorley to Formby bus from?

Chorley to Formby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chorley to Formby train from?

Chorley to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chorley station.

Train or bus from Chorley to Formby?

The best way to get from Chorley to Formby is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £26 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 44 bus, which costs £9 - £17 and takes 2h 23m.

Where does the Chorley to Formby bus arrive?

Chorley to Formby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Chorley to Formby train arrive?

Chorley to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bolton station.

Can I drive from Chorley to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Chorley to Formby is 25 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Chorley to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2092+ hotels available in Formby.

Chorley to Formby - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 44 bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Chorley to Formby by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chorley to BoltonBlackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Bolton to SouthportManchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
2h 5m
£27–38
Line 109 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station109 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wellington StreetX2
2h 35m
£6–10
Bus, line 44 bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Rufford RoadX2
2. Take the bus from Rufford Road to Formby Station44
2h 23m
£9–16
Drive 25.3 mi
1. Drive from Chorley to Formby25.3 mi
40 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chorley to Formby25.3 mi
40 min
£50–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station311
2h 40m

Chorley to Formby by train

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2h 5mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 45.4 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

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

You can take a train from Chorley to Formby via Bolton and Southport in around 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chorley to Formby Station via Preston, Railway Station, and Rufford Road in around 2h 23m.

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