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

The cheapest way to get from Eccles to Formby Beach is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Eccles to Formby Beach is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct train between Eccles and Formby Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Eccles to Formby Beach. However, there are services departing from Eccles (Manchester) and arriving at Freshfield via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Eccles to Formby Beach?

The distance between Eccles and Formby Beach is 40 miles. The road distance is 37.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eccles to Formby Beach without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £11 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Eccles to Formby Beach, including transfers.

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

Eccles to Formby Beach train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Eccles (Manchester) station.

Train or bus from Eccles to Formby Beach?

The best way to get from Eccles to Formby Beach is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £11 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £23 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Eccles to Formby Beach train arrive?

Eccles to Formby Beach train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Eccles to Formby Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Eccles to Formby Beach is 38 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Eccles to Formby Beach.

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

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

Where can I stay near Formby Beach?

There are 2163+ hotels available in Formby Beach.

Eccles to Formby Beach - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Eccles to Formby Beach 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
best
1. Take the train from Eccles (Manchester) to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Manchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Freshfieldtrain Liverpool Central - Southport / ...
1h 43m
£12–28
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 171 / ...
3h 35m
£10–22
Drive 37.5 mi
1. Drive from Eccles to Formby Beachcar 37.5 mi
51 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Eccles to Formby Beachtaxi 37.5 mi
51 min
£80–100
Line 100 bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Eccles Interchange to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Nbus 100
2. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand J to Hawke Streetbus 7
3h 44m

Eccles to Formby Beach by train and foot

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Map of how to get from Eccles to Formby Beach.

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Distance: 40.2 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

What companies run services between Eccles, Salford, England and Formby Beach, England?

You can take a train from Eccles (Manchester) to Freshfield via Liverpool Lime Street and Liverpool Central in around 1h 43m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One hourly. Tickets cost £4–15 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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