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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Formby is to bus which costs £17 - £60 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Formby is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Formby. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Alderson Crescent via Bus Station and Wellington Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Formby?

The distance between Glasgow and Formby is 220 miles. The road distance is 207.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Formby without a car is to train and line 44 bus which takes 4h 30m and costs £22 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Glasgow to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Formby bus from?

Glasgow to Formby bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Glasgow to Formby?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Formby is to bus which takes 5h 28m and costs £17 - £60. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £60 - £150 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Glasgow to Formby bus arrive?

Glasgow to Formby bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Formby is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Glasgow to Formby.

Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2161+ hotels available in Formby.

Glasgow to Formby - 8 ways to travel via train, line 44 bus, bus, car

There are 8 ways to get from Glasgow to Formby 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, line 44 bus
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Rufford Road to Formby Stationbus 44
4h 30m
£23–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk030
5h 28m
£17–58
Drive 206.3 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Formbycar 206.3 mi
3h 49m
£50–72
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
4h 55m
£63–142
Line 267 bus, bus, line 44 bus
1. Take the bus from Sauchiehall Lane to Bus Stationbus 267 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rufford Roadbus X2
4. Take the bus from Rufford Road to Formby Stationbus 44
8h 18m
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airportbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
5h 40m
£62–174
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
6h 4m
£67–157
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
5h 41m
£49–150

Glasgow to Formby by train and bus

225Weekly Services

4h 30mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 219 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Formby, England?

FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £10–15 and the journey takes 3h 50m. National Express also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and Aer Lingus fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL) twice daily.

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