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

The cheapest way to get from Chorley to Formby Beach is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chorley to Formby Beach is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct train between Chorley and Formby Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Chorley to Formby Beach. However, there are services departing from Chorley and arriving at Freshfield via Bolton and Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Chorley to Formby Beach?

The distance between Chorley and Formby Beach is 45 miles. The road distance is 27.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chorley to Formby Beach without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £26 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Chorley to Formby Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chorley to Formby Beach train from?

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

Train or bus from Chorley to Formby Beach?

The best way to get from Chorley to Formby Beach is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £26 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 109 bus and bus, which costs £10 - £14 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Chorley to Formby Beach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chorley to Formby Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Chorley to Formby Beach is 27 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Chorley to Formby Beach.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby Beach?

There are 2140+ hotels available in Formby Beach.

Chorley to Formby Beach - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 632 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Chorley to Formby Beach 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 10m
£27–32
Drive 26.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chorley to Formby Beach26.9 mi
46 min
£7–10
Line 632 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Wigan Bus Station632
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to SouthportManchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
2h 17m
Line 109 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station109 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union StreetX2
2h 44m
£10–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chorley to Formby Beach26.9 mi
46 min
£55–70
Bus, line 152 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station311
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Leicester Street152
3h 58m

Chorley to Formby Beach by train

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2h 10mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Chorley to Formby Beach.

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Distance: 44.6 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a train from Chorley to Freshfield via Bolton and Southport in around 2h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Freshfield via Bus Station, Union Street, and Southport in around 2h 44m.

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