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

The cheapest way to get from Formby to Southampton is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Formby to Southampton is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Formby and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Formby to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Church Close and arriving at Coach Station via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Formby and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Formby to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Formby and arriving at Southampton Central via Liverpool Lime Street, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Formby to Southampton?

The distance between Formby and Southampton is 287 miles. The road distance is 239.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Formby to Southampton without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 9m and costs £60 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Formby to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Formby to Southampton bus from?

Formby to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Formby to Southampton train from?

Formby to Southampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Formby to Southampton?

The best way to get from Formby to Southampton is to train via London which takes 5h 9m and costs £60 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £120 and takes 9h 21m, you could also fly, which costs £90 - £280 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Formby to Southampton bus arrive?

Formby to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Formby to Southampton train arrive?

Formby to Southampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Formby to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Formby to Southampton is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Formby to Southampton.

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

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 1822+ hotels available in Southampton.

Formby to Southampton - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Formby to Southampton by train, bus, car, or plane

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 London
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to London EustonLiverpool Lime Street - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton CentralLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
5h 9m
£60–265
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Birmingham Coach Station550 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Station160
9h 21m
£37–113
Drive 237.8 mi
1. Drive from Formby to Southampton237.8 mi
4h 11m
£59–84
Fly Liverpool to Southampton Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)LPL - SOU
6h 47m
£90–276
Train
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to WolverhamptonLiverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Southampton CentralManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
6h 22m
£43–242
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Chester to Newport (S Wales)Chester - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Southampton CentralCardiff Central - Fareham / ...
8h 23m
£101–287
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
4h 21m
£79–189
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station
6h 23m
£79–258
Train to Newcastle, fly to Southampton Airport
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)NCL - SOU
7h 23m
£130–347

Formby to Southampton by train, foot, and subway

177Weekly Services

5h 9mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 285.4 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

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

You can take a train from Formby to Southampton Central via Liverpool Central, Liverpool Lime Street, London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 5h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Close to Coach Station via Queen Square Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 21m.

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