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

The cheapest way to get from Formby to Accrington is to bus which costs £6 - £11 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Formby to Accrington is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Formby and Accrington?

No, there is no direct bus from Formby to Accrington station. However, there are services departing from Formby Gardens and arriving at Bus Station via Leicester Street, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Formby and Accrington?

No, there is no direct train from Formby to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Formby and arriving at Accrington via Southport, Wigan North Western and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Formby to Accrington?

The distance between Formby and Accrington is 57 miles. The road distance is 42.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Formby to Accrington without a car is to train via Wigan North Western which takes 2h 37m and costs £21 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Formby to Accrington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Formby to Accrington bus from?

Formby to Accrington bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Leicester Street station.

Where do I catch the Formby to Accrington train from?

Formby to Accrington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Southport station.

Train or bus from Formby to Accrington?

The best way to get from Formby to Accrington is to train via Wigan North Western which takes 2h 37m and costs £21 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £11 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Formby to Accrington bus arrive?

Formby to Accrington bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Formby to Accrington train arrive?

Formby to Accrington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan Wallgate station.

Can I drive from Formby to Accrington?

Yes, the driving distance between Formby to Accrington is 42 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Formby to Accrington.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Formby to Accrington by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Wigan North Western
best
1. Take the train from Southport to Wigan WallgateSouthport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to AccringtonBlackpool North - York / ...
2h 37m
£21–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester Street to Bus StationX2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station152
2h 56m
£6–11
Drive 41.9 mi
1. Drive from Formby to Accrington41.9 mi
57 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Formby to Accrington41.9 mi
57 min
£85–110
Train
1. Take the train from Formby to Liverpool Central
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Accrington
3h 3m
£17–37

Formby to Accrington by train

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2h 37mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Formby to Accrington.

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Distance: 56.6 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

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

You can take a train from Formby to Accrington via Southport, Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Preston in around 2h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Formby Gardens to Bus Station via Leicester Street, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 2h 56m.

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