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

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Formby is to fly and train which costs £40 - £140 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Formby is to fly and train which takes 3h 19m and costs £40 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Dublin to Formby. However, there are services departing from The Gresham Hotel and arriving at Alderson Crescent via Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h.

How far is it from Dublin to Formby?

The distance between Dublin and Formby is 171 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dublin to Formby without a car is to bus and bus and ferry which takes 16h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Dublin to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Formby bus from?

Dublin to Formby bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from The Gresham Hotel station.

Where does the Dublin to Formby bus arrive?

Dublin to Formby bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Europa Bus Centre station.

Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2155+ hotels available in Formby.

Dublin to Formby - 6 ways to travel via train, car ferry, car, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Dublin to Formby by car ferry, car, bus, busferry, plane, train, or ferry

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

Car ferry, drive
best
1. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
2. Drive from Holyhead to Formby
5h 30m
£65–79
Fly, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Liverpool (LPL)DUB - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Formby
3h 19m
£43–140
Bus, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from The Gresham Hotel to Europa Bus Centre
2. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Glasgow Buchanan923
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station
16h
Ferry, train via Holyhead
1. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to HolyheadDublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
2. Take the train from Holyhead to ChesterHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
7h 45m
£62–90
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
2. Take the train from Holyhead to ChesterHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
7h 46m
£83–127
Car ferry, train
1. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
2. Take the train from Holyhead to ChesterHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
7h 55m
£62–130

Dublin Airport (DUB) to Liverpool (LPL) flights

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55 minAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dublin to Formby.

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Distance: 170.3 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Dublin, Ireland and Formby, England?

There is no direct connection from Dublin to Formby. However, you can take the car ferry to Holyhead then drive to Formby. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Gresham Hotel to Alderson Crescent via Europa Bus Centre, Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station, and Union Street in around 16h.

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