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

The cheapest way to get from Formby to Carlisle is to bus which costs £15 - £23 and takes 4h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Formby to Carlisle is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Formby and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Formby to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Formby Gardens and arriving at Carlisle Parkhouse Rd via Duke Street and Preston Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Formby and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Formby to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Formby and arriving at Carlisle via Southport and Wigan North Western. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Formby to Carlisle?

The distance between Formby and Carlisle is 130 miles. The road distance is 112.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Formby to Carlisle without a car is to train via Wigan Wallgate which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Formby to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Formby to Carlisle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Formby to Carlisle train from?

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

Train or bus from Formby to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Formby to Carlisle is to train via Wigan Wallgate which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £23 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Formby to Carlisle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Formby to Carlisle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Formby to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Formby to Carlisle is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Formby to Carlisle.

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

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

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Formby to Carlisle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Formby to Carlisle by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Wigan Wallgate
best
1. Take the train from Southport to Wigan WallgateSouthport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to CarlisleLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 57m
£42–88
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Duke Street to Bus StationX2
2. Take the bus from Preston Coach Station to Carlisle Parkhouse Rdmegabus M11
4h 27m
£15–23
Drive 112.1 mi
1. Drive from Formby to Carlisle112.1 mi
2h 16m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to CarlisleLiverpool Lime Street - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 36m
£26–57

Formby to Carlisle by train

207Weekly Trains

2h 57mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Formby to Carlisle.

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Distance: 129 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Formby to Carlisle via Southport, Wigan Wallgate, and Wigan North Western in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Formby Gardens to Carlisle Parkhouse Rd via Duke Street, Bus Station, and Preston Coach Station in around 4h 27m.

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