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

The cheapest way to get from Formby to Sale is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Formby to Sale is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct train between Formby and Sale?

No, there is no direct train from Formby to Sale. However, there are services departing from Formby and arriving at Sale via Liverpool Lime Street and Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Formby to Sale?

The distance between Formby and Sale is 49 miles. The road distance is 39.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Formby to Sale without a car is to train and tram which takes 2h 8m and costs £11 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Formby to Sale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Formby to Sale train from?

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

Where does the Formby to Sale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Formby to Sale?

Yes, the driving distance between Formby to Sale is 39 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Formby to Sale.

Where can I stay near Sale?

There are 3749+ hotels available in Sale.

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

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

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

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 Saletram
2h 8m
£12–36
Drive 38.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Formby to Salecar 38.8 mi
51 min
£10–14
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Formby to Liverpool Centraltrain Southport - Liverpool Central
2. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand K to John Streetbus 5A / ...
3h 17m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Formby to Saletaxi 38.8 mi
51 min
£80–100
Train, tram via Piccadilly
1. Take the train from Formby to Liverpool Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Saletram
2h 15m
£13–37

Formby to Sale by train, foot, and tram

265Weekly Services

2h 8mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 48.8 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

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

There is no direct connection from Formby to Sale. However, you can take the train to Liverpool Central, walk to Liverpool Lime Street, take the train to Manchester Victoria, walk to Victoria, then take the vehicle to Sale. Alternatively, you can take a train from Formby to John Street via Liverpool Central, Liverpool Lime Street, Warrington Central, and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand K in around 3h 17m.

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