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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Formby is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Formby is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Formby. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Alderson Crescent via Bus Station and Wellington Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Formby. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Formby via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Manchester to Formby?

The distance between Manchester and Formby is 44 miles. The road distance is 40.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Formby without a car is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs £7 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Manchester to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Formby bus from?

Manchester to Formby bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Formby train from?

Manchester to Formby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Formby?

The best way to get from Manchester to Formby is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs £7 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £28 and takes 2h 34m.

Where does the Manchester to Formby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Formby train arrive?

Manchester to Formby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Formby is 41 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Manchester to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2154+ hotels available in Formby.

Manchester to Formby - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Manchester 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 Manchester Victoria to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Formbytrain Liverpool Central - Southport
1h 22m
£8–30
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 171 / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Formbytrain Liverpool Central - Southport
2h 26m
£9–26
Drive 40.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Formbycar 40.5 mi
55 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Formbytaxi 40.5 mi
55 min
£85–110
Train via Manchester Piccadilly
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Formbytrain Liverpool Central - Southport
1h 39m
£8–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wellington Streetbus X2 / ...
2h 34m
£10–28

Manchester to Formby by train and foot

273Weekly Services

1h 22mAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Formby.

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Distance: 43.3 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Victoria to Formby via Liverpool Lime Street and Liverpool Central in around 1h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Alderson Crescent via Bus Station and Wellington Street in around 2h 34m.

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