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

The cheapest way to get from Formby to Windermere is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Formby to Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Formby and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Formby to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Formby Gardens and arriving at Cedar Manor Hotel via Leicester Street, Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Formby and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Formby to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Formby and arriving at Windermere via Southport, Wigan North Western and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Formby to Windermere?

The distance between Formby and Windermere is 90 miles. The road distance is 75 miles.

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

The best way to get from Formby to Windermere without a car is to train via Wigan North Western which takes 3h 30m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Formby to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Formby to Windermere bus from?

Formby to Windermere bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Formby to Windermere train from?

Formby to Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Southport station.

Train or bus from Formby to Windermere?

The best way to get from Formby to Windermere is to train via Wigan North Western which takes 3h 30m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can line 40 bus and line 555 bus, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Formby to Windermere bus arrive?

Formby to Windermere bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Formby to Windermere train arrive?

Formby to Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan Wallgate station.

Can I drive from Formby to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Formby to Windermere is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Formby to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3188+ hotels available in Windermere.

Formby to Windermere - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 40 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Formby to Windermere by train, bus, or car

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Train via Wigan North Western
best
1. Take the train from Southport to Wigan WallgateSouthport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Oxenholme Lake DistrictRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 30m
£34–62
Line 40 bus, line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station40 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station555
6h 51m
£18–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leicester Street to Bus StationX2 / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Oxenholme Lake DistrictRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 32m
£20–39
Drive 74.6 mi
1. Drive from Formby to Windermere74.6 mi
1h 38m
£19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Formby to Liverpool Central
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Oxenholme Lake District
3h 52m
£25–55

Formby to Windermere by train

114Weekly Trains

3h 30mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Formby to Windermere.

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Distance: 89.6 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a train from Formby to Windermere via Southport, Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Formby Gardens to Cedar Manor Hotel via Leicester Street, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 51m.

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