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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Formby is to bus which costs £21 - £60 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Formby is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline station to Formby. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Alderson Crescent via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station and Wellington Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Formby. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Formby via Haymarket, Wigan Wallgate and Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Formby?

The distance between Dunfermline and Formby is 245 miles. The road distance is 222.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Formby without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £95 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Dunfermline to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Formby bus from?

Dunfermline to Formby bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from North Approach Road station.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Formby train from?

Dunfermline to Formby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Haymarket station.

Train, bus or fly from Dunfermline to Formby?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Formby is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £95 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £60 and takes 7h 35m, you could also fly, which costs £80 - £200 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Formby bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Formby bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Formby train arrive?

Dunfermline to Formby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Formby is 222 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Dunfermline to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

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Dunfermline to Formby - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Dunfermline to Formby by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Haymarket to Wigan North WesternEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
5h 23m
£96–218
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus StationX24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
7h 35m
£22–57
Drive 221 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Formby221 mi
4h 8m
£56–80
Fly to Liverpool
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
5h 23m
£83–198
Train, line 44 bus
1. Take the train from Haymarket to PrestonEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Rufford Road to Formby Station44
5h 51m
£34–127
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Melville Street28
2. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to PrestonInverness - London Euston
8h 10m
£69–95
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkway
6h 40m
£84–202
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool South Parkway
5h 51m
£63–170

Dunfermline to Formby by train

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5h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 243.8 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

What companies run services between Dunfermline, Scotland and Formby, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Haymarket to Wigan North Western every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–190 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Alderson Crescent via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station, and Wellington Street in around 7h 35m.

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