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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Formby is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Formby is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Falkirk to Formby. However, there are services departing from St Andrew`s Church and arriving at Alderson Crescent via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station and Wellington Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Falkirk to Formby. However, there are services departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Formby via Haymarket, Wigan Wallgate and Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Formby?

The distance between Falkirk and Formby is 254 miles. The road distance is 213.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk to Formby without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 5h 31m and costs £55 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Falkirk to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Formby bus from?

Falkirk to Formby bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from St Andrew`s Church station.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Formby train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Falkirk to Formby?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Formby is to train via Edinburgh which takes 5h 31m and costs £55 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 23m, you could also fly, which costs £80 - £210 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Falkirk to Formby bus arrive?

Falkirk to Formby bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Falkirk to Formby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Falkirk to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Formby is 213 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Falkirk to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2077+ hotels available in Formby.

Falkirk to Formby - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Falkirk to Formby by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Wigan North WesternEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
5h 31m
£57–160
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Falkirk High to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool South Parkway
4. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Formby
6h 18m
£52–179
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus StationX37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
7h 23m
Drive 211.8 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Formby211.8 mi
4h 2m
£53–76
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
5h 21m
£84–202
Train
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to PrestonInverness - London Euston
5h 52m
£68–88
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Weir Street to Princes StreetX38
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Liverpool Lime StreetEdinburgh - Liverpool Lime Street
8h 22m
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)GLA - LPL
6h 1m
£76–175
Fly Edinburgh Airport 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 53m
£86–207
Fly Edinburgh Airport 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
6h 7m
£63–181

Falkirk to Formby by train

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5h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 252.6 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Haymarket to Wigan North Western every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–80 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Andrew`s Church to Alderson Crescent via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station, and Wellington Street in around 7h 23m.

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