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

The cheapest way to get from Coventry to Formby Beach is to bus via Sandhills Station which costs £15 - £29 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coventry to Formby Beach is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Coventry and Formby Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Coventry to Formby Beach. However, there are services departing from Coventry and arriving at Freshfield via Birmingham New Street and Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Coventry to Formby Beach?

The distance between Coventry and Formby Beach is 119 miles. The road distance is 124.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Coventry to Formby Beach without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £21 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Coventry to Formby Beach, including transfers.

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

Coventry to Formby Beach train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Coventry to Formby Beach?

The best way to get from Coventry to Formby Beach is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £21 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus via Sandhills Station, which costs £15 - £29 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Coventry to Formby Beach train arrive?

Coventry to Formby Beach train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Liverpool South Parkway station.

Can I drive from Coventry to Formby Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Coventry to Formby Beach is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Coventry to Formby Beach.

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

Book your Coventry to Formby Beach train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Formby Beach?

There are 2074+ hotels available in Formby Beach.

Coventry to Formby Beach - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Coventry to Formby Beach by train, bus, or car

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 Birmingham New Street to Liverpool South ParkwayBirmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to FreshfieldHunts Cross - Southport / ...
3h 15m
£21–72
Bus via Sandhills Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall St to Liverpool, Liverpool OneUk021 / ...
4h 19m
£15–28
Drive 124.2 mi
1. Drive from Coventry to Formby Beach124.2 mi
2h 13m
£32–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Belgrade Theatre to Birmingham Coach StationX1
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One550 / ...
5h 1m

Coventry to Formby Beach by train

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3h 15mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 118.7 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Coventry, England and Formby Beach, England?

You can take a train from Coventry to Freshfield via Birmingham New Street and Liverpool South Parkway in around 3h 15m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Newhall St to Liverpool, Liverpool One hourly. Tickets cost £6–15 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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