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

The cheapest way to get from Clitheroe to Formby is to line 280 bus and bus which costs £6 - £11 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Clitheroe to Formby is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Clitheroe and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Clitheroe to Formby. However, there are services departing from Park Street and arriving at Alderson Crescent via Bus Station and Wellington Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Clitheroe and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Clitheroe to Formby. However, there are services departing from Clitheroe and arriving at Formby via Bolton and Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Clitheroe to Formby?

The distance between Clitheroe and Formby is 43 miles. The road distance is 42.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Clitheroe to Formby without a car is to line 280 bus and bus which takes 2h 23m and costs £6 - £11.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Clitheroe to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Clitheroe to Formby bus from?

Clitheroe to Formby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Park Street station.

Where do I catch the Clitheroe to Formby train from?

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

Train or bus from Clitheroe to Formby?

The best way to get from Clitheroe to Formby is to line 280 bus and bus which takes 2h 23m and costs £6 - £11. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £13 - £35 and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Clitheroe to Formby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Clitheroe to Formby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Clitheroe to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Clitheroe to Formby is 42 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Clitheroe to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

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Clitheroe to Formby - 5 ways to travel via train, line 280 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Clitheroe to Formby by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 280 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Park Street to Bus Stationbus 280
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wellington Streetbus X2 / ...
2h 23m
£6–10
Train
1. Take the train from Clitheroe to Boltontrain Clitheroe - Rochdale / ...
2. Take the train from Bolton to Southporttrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
2h 42m
£14–34
Drive 41.9 mi
1. Drive from Clitheroe to Formbycar 41.9 mi
1h 10m
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Clitheroe to Formbytaxi 41.9 mi
1h 10m
£85–110
Line 280 bus, bus, line 44 bus
1. Take the bus from Park Street to Bus Stationbus 280
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rufford Roadbus X2
3. Take the bus from Rufford Road to Formby Stationbus 44
3h 2m
£7–10

Clitheroe to Formby by bus

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2h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 43 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Park Street to Alderson Crescent via Bus Station and Wellington Street in around 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Clitheroe to Formby via Bolton and Southport in around 2h 42m.

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