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

The cheapest way to get from Formby to Colne is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Formby to Colne is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Formby and Colne?

No, there is no direct bus from Formby to Colne. However, there are services departing from Formby Gardens and arriving at Colne Lane via Leicester Street, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Formby and Colne?

No, there is no direct train from Formby to Colne. However, there are services departing from Formby and arriving at Colne via Southport, Wigan North Western and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Formby to Colne?

The distance between Formby and Colne is 68 miles. The road distance is 54.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Formby to Colne without a car is to train via Wigan North Western which takes 3h 32m and costs £23 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Formby to Colne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Formby to Colne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Formby to Colne train from?

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

Train or bus from Formby to Colne?

The best way to get from Formby to Colne is to train via Wigan North Western which takes 3h 32m and costs £23 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 152 bus, which costs and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Formby to Colne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Formby to Colne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Formby to Colne?

Yes, the driving distance between Formby to Colne is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Formby to Colne.

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

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Formby to Colne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 152 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Formby to Colne 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 North Western
best
1. Take the train from Southport to Wigan WallgateSouthport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to ColnePreston - Colne / ...
3h 32m
£23–107
Drive 53.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Formby to Colne53.7 mi
1h 4m
£14–19
Bus, line 152 bus
1. Take the bus from Leicester Street to Bus StationX2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station152
4h 30m
Train
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to PrestonLiverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to ColnePreston - Colne / ...
3h 58m
£19–40

Formby to Colne by train

116Weekly Trains

3h 32mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 68.1 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between Formby, England and Colne, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Formby to Colne via Southport, Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Preston in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Formby Gardens to Colne Lane via Leicester Street, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 4h 30m.

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