What is the cheapest way to get from Knowsley, Merseyside to Formby?

The cheapest way to get from Knowsley, Merseyside to Formby is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Knowsley, Merseyside to Formby?

The fastest way to get from Knowsley, Merseyside to Formby is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Knowsley, Merseyside and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Knowsley, Merseyside to Formby. However, there are services departing from Verwood Drive and arriving at School Lane via Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Knowsley, Merseyside to Formby?

The distance between Knowsley, Merseyside and Formby is 21 miles. The road distance is 13.3 miles.

How do I travel from Knowsley, Merseyside to Formby without a car?

The best way to get from Knowsley, Merseyside to Formby without a car is to line 217 bus and train which takes 1h 39m and costs £10 - £24.

How long does it take to get from Knowsley, Merseyside to Formby?

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Knowsley, Merseyside to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Knowsley, Merseyside to Formby bus from?

Knowsley, Merseyside to Formby bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Verwood Drive station.

Where does the Knowsley, Merseyside to Formby bus arrive?

Knowsley, Merseyside to Formby bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Queen Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Knowsley, Merseyside to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Knowsley, Merseyside to Formby is 13 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Knowsley, Merseyside to Formby.

Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 1212+ hotels available in Formby.

Knowsley, Merseyside to Formby - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 217 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Knowsley, Merseyside to Formby by bus, train, taxi, 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.

Line 217 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Pinfold Lane to Minstead Avenuebus 217
2. Take the train from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane to Sandhillstrain
3. Take the train from Sandhills to Formbytrain
1h 39m
£10–24
Line 18 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Verwood Drive to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 18
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to School Lanebus X2
2h 19m
£3–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Knowsley, Merseyside to Formbytaxi 13.2 mi
19 min
£30–40
Drive 13.2 mi
1. Drive from Knowsley, Merseyside to Formbycar 13.2 mi
19 min
£4–5
Line 18 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Verwood Drive to Moorfieldsbus 18
2. Take the train from Moorfields to Formbytrain Liverpool Central - Southport
1h 51m
£8–18

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Knowsley, Merseyside to Formby.

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Distance: 20.9 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Knowsley, Merseyside, Knowsley, England and Formby, England?

You can take a vehicle from Knowsley, Merseyside to School Lane via Verwood Drive and Queen Square Bus Station in around 2h 19m.

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