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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Formby is to train and bus which costs £12 - £40 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Formby is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Formby. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Formby via Chester and Moorfields. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Formby?

The distance between Holyhead and Formby is 112 miles. The road distance is 106.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Formby without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £21 - £50.

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

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

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Formby train from?

Holyhead to Formby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.

Where does the Holyhead to Formby train arrive?

Holyhead to Formby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Formby is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Holyhead to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2107+ hotels available in Formby.

Holyhead to Formby - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Holyhead to Formby by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to ChesterHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to MoorfieldsChester - Chester / ...
3h 30m
£21–47
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Holyhead to ChesterHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Hood street1 / ...
4h 52m
£12–36
Drive 105.9 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Formby105.9 mi
2h 6m
£27–39

Holyhead to Formby by train

169Weekly Trains

3h 30mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 111.6 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Formby, England?

You can take a train from Holyhead to Formby via Chester and Moorfields in around 3h 30m.

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