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 - £9 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 - £9.

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 Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

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 13m.

How far is it from Chorley to Formby?

The distance between Chorley and Formby is 33 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 bus and line 47 bus which takes 1h 52m and costs £8 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 1h 52m 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 bus and line 47 bus which takes 1h 52m and costs £8 - £17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 13m.

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?

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Chorley to Formby - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 47 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus, line 47 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Rufford RoadX2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rufford Road to Alderson Crescent47 / ...
1h 52m
£8–16
Line 109 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station109 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union StreetX2 / ...
2h 44m
£6–10
Train
1. Take the train from Chorley to BoltonBlackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Bolton to SouthportManchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
2h 13m
£26–37
Drive 25.2 mi
1. Drive from Chorley to Formby25.2 mi
40 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chorley to Formby25.2 mi
40 min
£50–65
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station311
2. Take the train from Ormskirk to SandhillsOrmskirk - Hunts Cross / ...
2h 47m

Chorley to Formby by train and bus

318Weekly Services

1h 52mAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 33.2 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

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

You can take a train from Chorley to Alderson Crescent via Preston, Railway Station, and Rufford Road in around 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chorley to Formby via Bolton and Southport in around 2h 13m.

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