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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Formby is to bus which costs £20 - £60 and takes 6h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Formby is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham to Formby. However, there are services departing from Sutton Street and arriving at School Lane via Manchester Central Coach Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Formby. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Formby via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Durham to Formby?

The distance between Durham and Formby is 178 miles. The road distance is 131.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Formby without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £30 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Durham to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Formby bus from?

Durham to Formby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sutton Street station.

Where do I catch the Durham to Formby train from?

Durham to Formby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Durham station.

Train or bus from Durham to Formby?

The best way to get from Durham to Formby is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £30 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £60 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Durham to Formby bus arrive?

Durham to Formby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Durham to Formby train arrive?

Durham to Formby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Durham to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Formby is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Durham to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2155+ hotels available in Formby.

Durham to Formby - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Durham to Formby by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Liverpool Lime StreetNewcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
3h 28m
£34–127
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sutton Street to Manchester Central Coach Station177
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One171 / ...
6h 49m
£21–57
Drive 130.9 mi
1. Drive from Durham to Formby130.9 mi
2h 49m
£32–47

Durham to Formby by train and foot

125Weekly Services

3h 28mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.5 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Durham to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £30–120 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sutton Street to School Lane via Manchester Central Coach Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 6h 49m.

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