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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Formby is to bus which costs £24 - £60 and takes 7h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Formby is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Formby. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Alderson Crescent via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station and Wellington Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Formby?

The distance between Edinburgh and Formby is 220 miles. The road distance is 205.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Formby without a car is to train and line 44 bus which takes 4h 26m and costs £23 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Edinburgh to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Formby bus from?

Edinburgh to Formby bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Princes Street station.

Bus or fly from Edinburgh to Formby?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Formby is to bus which takes 7h 31m and costs £24 - £60. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £65 - £230 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Formby bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Formby bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Formby is 205 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Edinburgh to Formby.

Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2160+ hotels available in Formby.

Edinburgh to Formby - 6 ways to travel via train, line 44 bus, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Formby by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, line 44 bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Rufford Road to Formby Stationbus 44
4h 26m
£24–108
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk030
7h 31m
£25–60
Drive 204 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Formbycar 204 mi
4h 5m
£50–72
Fly to Liverpool
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
5h 48m
£70–226
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
7h 18m
£66–192
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
6h 1m
£52–164

Edinburgh to Formby by train and bus

108Weekly Services

4h 26mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 218.7 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Princes Street to Alderson Crescent via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station, and Wellington Street in around 7h 31m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and Aer Lingus fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL) 3 times a day.

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