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 3m.

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 3m and costs £23 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m 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 3m and costs £23 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 109 bus and bus, which costs £6 - £12 and takes 2h 36m.

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 2067+ 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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

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 3m
£24–36
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 36m
£6–11
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 11m
Drive 26.9 mi
1. Drive from Chorley to Formby Beach26.9 mi
46 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chorley to Formby Beach26.9 mi
46 min
£55–70
Line 311 bus, line 310 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Concourse311
2. Take the bus from Concourse to Queen Square Bus Station310
3h 37m

Chorley to Formby Beach by train

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2h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 44.6 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

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 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Freshfield via Bus Station, Union Street, and Southport in around 2h 36m.

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