What is the cheapest way to get from Formby to Trafford Centre?

The cheapest way to get from Formby to Trafford Centre is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Formby to Trafford Centre?

The fastest way to get from Formby to Trafford Centre is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Formby and Trafford Centre?

No, there is no direct bus from Formby to Trafford Centre station. However, there are services departing from Formby Gardens and arriving at The Trafford Centre Bus Station via Duke Street and Wigan Wallgate Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Formby to Trafford Centre?

The distance between Formby and Trafford Centre is 42 miles. The road distance is 36.2 miles.

How do I travel from Formby to Trafford Centre without a car?

The best way to get from Formby to Trafford Centre without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £11 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Formby to Trafford Centre?

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Formby to Trafford Centre, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Formby to Trafford Centre bus from?

Formby to Trafford Centre bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Duke Street station.

Train or bus from Formby to Trafford Centre?

The best way to get from Formby to Trafford Centre is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £11 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus and line 132 bus, which costs and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Formby to Trafford Centre bus arrive?

Formby to Trafford Centre bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Wigan Rail Stations.

Can I drive from Formby to Trafford Centre?

Yes, the driving distance between Formby to Trafford Centre is 36 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Formby to Trafford Centre.

Where can I stay near Trafford Centre?

There are 3720+ hotels available in Trafford Centre.

Formby to Trafford Centre - 5 ways to travel via train, line 132 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Formby to Trafford Centre by train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Formby to Liverpool Centraltrain Southport - Liverpool Central / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Eccles (Manchester)train Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport / ...
2h 16m
£11–28
Drive 36 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Formby to Trafford Centrecar 36 mi
46 min
£9–13
Train, line 132 bus
1. Take the train from Southport to Wigan Wallgatetrain Southport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to The Trafford Centre Bus Stationbus 132
2h 32m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Formby to Trafford Centretaxi 36 mi
46 min
£75–95
Bus, line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Duke Street to Wigan Rail Stationsbus 375 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to The Trafford Centre Bus Stationbus 132
3h 48m

Formby to Trafford Centre by train, foot, and bus

140Weekly Services

2h 16mAverage Duration

£11Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Formby to Trafford Centre.

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Distance: 41.8 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Formby, England and Trafford Centre, England?

You can take a train from Formby to The Trafford Centre Bus Station via Liverpool Central, Liverpool Lime Street, Eccles (Manchester), and Eccles Interchange in around 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Formby Gardens to The Trafford Centre Bus Station via Duke Street, Wigan Rail Stations, and Wigan Wallgate Rail Station in around 3h 48m.

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