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

The cheapest way to get from Formby to Altrincham is to bus which costs £7 - £15 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Formby to Altrincham is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Formby and Altrincham?

No, there is no direct bus from Formby to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Church Close and arriving at Altrincham Interchange via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Manchester Airport The Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Formby and Altrincham?

No, there is no direct train from Formby to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Formby and arriving at Altrincham via Liverpool Lime Street and Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Formby to Altrincham?

The distance between Formby and Altrincham is 52 miles. The road distance is 37.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Formby to Altrincham without a car is to train and tram which takes 2h 15m and costs £19 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Formby to Altrincham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Formby to Altrincham bus from?

Formby to Altrincham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Church Close station.

Where do I catch the Formby to Altrincham train from?

Formby to Altrincham train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Formby station.

Where does the Formby to Altrincham bus arrive?

Formby to Altrincham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Queen Square Bus Station.

Where does the Formby to Altrincham train arrive?

Formby to Altrincham train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Liverpool Central station.

Can I drive from Formby to Altrincham?

Yes, the driving distance between Formby to Altrincham is 37 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Formby to Altrincham.

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

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Where can I stay near Altrincham?

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Formby to Altrincham - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, line 5 bus, and bus

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

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Formby to Liverpool Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoriatrain
3. Take the tram from Victoria to Altrinchamtram
2h 15m
£19–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Church Close to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 47
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 170 / ...
3h 25m
£8–15
Train, line 5 bus
1. Take the train from Formby to Liverpool Centraltrain Southport - Liverpool Central
2. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand K to Altrincham Interchangebus 5
2h 40m
Drive 37 mi
1. Drive from Formby to Altrinchamcar 37 mi
49 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Formby to Altrinchamtaxi 37 mi
49 min
£160–200

Formby to Altrincham by train, foot, and tram

260Weekly Services

2h 15mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 51.6 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Church Close to Altrincham Interchange via Queen Square Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Manchester Airport The Station in around 3h 25m.

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