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

The cheapest way to get from Formby to Whitby is to bus which costs £12 - £55 and takes 9h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Formby to Whitby is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Formby and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Formby to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Church Close and arriving at Boyes via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Formby and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Formby to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Formby and arriving at Whitby via Liverpool Lime Street and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Formby to Whitby?

The distance between Formby and Whitby is 168 miles. The road distance is 148.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Formby to Whitby without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 34m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Formby to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Formby to Whitby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Formby to Whitby train from?

Formby to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Formby to Whitby?

The best way to get from Formby to Whitby is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £55 and takes 9h 33m.

Where does the Formby to Whitby bus arrive?

Formby to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Formby to Whitby train arrive?

Formby to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from Formby to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Formby to Whitby is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Formby to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

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Formby to Whitby - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Formby to Whitby 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Yorktrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyesbus 840
6h 34m
£45–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
9h 33m
£13–50
Train
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Darlingtontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
2. Take the train from Darlington to Whitbytrain Darlington - Whitby
6h 43m
£75–140
Drive 147.4 mi
1. Drive from Formby to Whitbycar 147.4 mi
2h 50m
£37–53
Train via Huddersfield
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Huddersfieldtrain
2. Take the train from Huddersfield to Middlesbroughtrain
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain
7h 13m
£70–134

Formby to Whitby by train, foot, and bus

25Weekly Services

6h 34mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Formby to Whitby.

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Distance: 166.8 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

What companies run services between Formby, England and Whitby, North Yorkshire, England?

You can take a train from Formby to Whitby via Liverpool Central, Liverpool Lime Street, and Darlington in around 6h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Close to Boyes via Queen Square Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 9h 33m.

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