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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Formby is to bus and train which costs £15 - £55 and takes 5h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Formby is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Formby. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at School Lane via Birmingham Coach Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Formby. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Formby via Nuneaton, Crewe and Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Leicester to Formby?

The distance between Leicester and Formby is 127 miles. The road distance is 120.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Formby without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 27m and costs £28 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Leicester to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Formby bus from?

Leicester to Formby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Formby train from?

Leicester to Formby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Formby?

The best way to get from Leicester to Formby is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 27m and costs £28 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £60 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Leicester to Formby bus arrive?

Leicester to Formby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Leicester to Formby train arrive?

Leicester to Formby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Nuneaton station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Formby is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Leicester to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2160+ hotels available in Formby.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Formby by train, bus, 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.

Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Nuneaton
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Liverpool Lime Street
4. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Formby
3h 27m
£28–94
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk079
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Liverpool Lime StreetNewcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
5h 36m
£15–51
Drive 119.7 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Formby119.7 mi
2h 24m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to NottinghamLondon St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Liverpool Lime StreetNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 55m
£30–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One550 / ...
6h 13m
£25–58

Leicester to Formby by train and foot

150Weekly Services

3h 27mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Leicester to Formby.

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Distance: 126.4 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Formby via Nuneaton, Crewe, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to School Lane via Birmingham Coach Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 6h 13m.

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