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

The cheapest way to get from Colne to Formby is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colne to Formby is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Colne and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Colne to Formby. However, there are services departing from St Johns Church and arriving at Alderson Crescent via Bus Station, Bus Station and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Colne and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Colne to Formby. However, there are services departing from Colne and arriving at Formby via Preston, Wigan Wallgate and Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Colne to Formby?

The distance between Colne and Formby is 54 miles. The road distance is 54.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colne to Formby without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 48m and costs £20 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Colne to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colne to Formby bus from?

Colne to Formby bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Colne to Formby train from?

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

Train or bus from Colne to Formby?

The best way to get from Colne to Formby is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £28 - £110. Alternatively, you can line 152 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Colne to Formby bus arrive?

Colne to Formby bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Arrival Stand station.

Where does the Colne to Formby train arrive?

Colne to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Colne to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Colne to Formby is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Colne to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2109+ hotels available in Formby.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Colne to Formby 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Colne to PrestonColne - Preston / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Union StreetX2
2h 48m
£20–24
Drive 54 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colne to Formby54 mi
1h 4m
£14–20
Train, bus, line 44 bus
1. Take the train from Colne to Preston
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Rufford RoadX2
3. Take the bus from Rufford Road to Formby Station44
3h 19m
£17–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colne to Formby54 mi
1h 4m
£110–140
Train
1. Take the train from Colne to PrestonColne - Preston / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to SouthportManchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
3h 3m
£28–108
Line 152 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arrival Stand152
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union StreetX2
4h 7m

Colne to Formby by train, bus, and foot

115Weekly Services

2h 48mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 53.4 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Colne to Formby via Preston, Wigan North Western, Wigan Wallgate, and Southport in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Johns Church to Alderson Crescent via Bus Station, Arrival Stand, Bus Station, and Union Street in around 4h 7m.

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