What is the cheapest way to get from Formby to Whaley Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Formby to Whaley Bridge is to drive which costs £13 - £21 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Formby to Whaley Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Formby to Whaley Bridge is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £13 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Formby and Whaley Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Formby to Whaley Bridge station. However, there are services departing from Church Close and arriving at Railway Station via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Manchester Airport The Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Formby and Whaley Bridge?

No, there is no direct train from Formby to Whaley Bridge. However, there are services departing from Formby and arriving at Whaley Bridge via Liverpool Lime Street and Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Formby to Whaley Bridge?

The distance between Formby and Whaley Bridge is 63 miles. The road distance is 57.2 miles.

How do I travel from Formby to Whaley Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Formby to Whaley Bridge without a car is to train via Liverpool Central which takes 3h 4m and costs £14 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Formby to Whaley Bridge?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Formby to Whaley Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Formby to Whaley Bridge bus from?

Formby to Whaley Bridge bus services, operated by Arriva North West, depart from Church Close station.

Where do I catch the Formby to Whaley Bridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Formby to Whaley Bridge?

The best way to get from Formby to Whaley Bridge is to train via Liverpool Central which takes 3h 4m and costs £14 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 199 bus, which costs £12 - £35 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Formby to Whaley Bridge bus arrive?

Formby to Whaley Bridge bus services, operated by Arriva North West, arrive at Queen Square Bus Station.

Where does the Formby to Whaley Bridge train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Formby to Whaley Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Formby to Whaley Bridge is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Formby to Whaley Bridge.

How do I get a train ticket from Formby to Whaley Bridge?

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Formby to Whaley Bridge - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 199 bus

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

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Train via Liverpool Central
best
1. Take the train from Formby to Liverpool Central
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Stockport
3. Take the train from Stockport to Whaley Bridge
3h 4m
£15–39
Bus, line 199 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Church Close to Queen Square Bus Station47
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Airport The Station170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Railway Station199
4h 7m
£12–31
Drive 56.9 mi
1. Drive from Formby to Whaley Bridge56.9 mi
1h 9m
£14–21
Train
1. Take the train from Southport to DeansgateSouthport - Manchester Oxford Road
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Whaley BridgeManchester Piccadilly - Buxton
3h 40m
£14–38

Formby to Whaley Bridge by train and foot

158Weekly Services

3h 4mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Formby to Whaley Bridge.

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Distance: 62.6 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Formby, England and Whaley Bridge, England?

You can take a train from Formby to Whaley Bridge via Liverpool Central, Liverpool Lime Street, and Stockport in around 3h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Close to Railway Station via Queen Square Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Manchester Airport The Station in around 4h 7m.

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