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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkham to Formby is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkham to Formby is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkham and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkham to Formby. However, there are services departing from Market Square and arriving at Alderson Crescent via Bus Station and Wellington Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkham and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkham to Formby. However, there are services departing from Kirkham & Wesham and arriving at Formby via Preston, Wigan Wallgate and Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Kirkham to Formby?

The distance between Kirkham and Formby is 48 miles. The road distance is 31.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkham to Formby without a car is to train which takes 2h and costs £17 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Kirkham to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkham to Formby bus from?

Kirkham to Formby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Market Square station.

Where do I catch the Kirkham to Formby train from?

Kirkham to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wigan Wallgate station.

Train or bus from Kirkham to Formby?

The best way to get from Kirkham to Formby is to train which takes 2h and costs £17 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £26 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Kirkham to Formby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kirkham to Formby train arrive?

Kirkham to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southport station.

Can I drive from Kirkham to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkham to Formby is 31 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Kirkham to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Southporttrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
2. Take the train from Southport to Formbytrain Southport - Liverpool Central
2h
£18–39
Drive 31.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kirkham to Formbycar 31.1 mi
55 min
£8–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market Square to Bus Stationbus 61
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Streetbus X2 / ...
2h 15m
£11–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kirkham to Formbytaxi 31.1 mi
55 min
£65–80
Bus via Alderson Crescent
1. Take the bus from Market Square to Bus Stationbus 61
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wellington Streetbus X2 / ...
3. Take the bus from Wellington Street to Alderson Crescentbus 47
2h 20m
£10–23

Kirkham to Formby by train

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Map of how to get from Kirkham to Formby.

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Distance: 47.2 mi
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Kirkham, Lancashire, England and Formby, England?

You can take a train from Kirkham & Wesham to Formby via Preston, Wigan North Western, Wigan Wallgate, and Southport in around 2h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Square to Formby via Bus Station, Union Street, and Southport in around 2h 15m.

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