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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Formby Beach is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Formby Beach is to drive which takes 1h and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Formby Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Formby Beach. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Freshfield via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Manchester to Formby Beach?

The distance between Manchester and Formby Beach is 44 miles. The road distance is 42.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Formby Beach without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £12 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Manchester to Formby Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Formby Beach train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Formby Beach?

The best way to get from Manchester to Formby Beach is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £12 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £29 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Manchester to Formby Beach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Formby Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Formby Beach is 42 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Manchester to Formby Beach.

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

Book your Manchester to Formby Beach train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Formby Beach?

There are 2155+ hotels available in Formby Beach.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to Formby Beach 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 StreetNewcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central to FreshfieldLiverpool Central - Southport
1h 25m
£13–30
Drive 42.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Formby Beach42.1 mi
1h
£11–15
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One171 / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central to FreshfieldLiverpool Central - Southport
2h 31m
£14–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Formby Beach42.1 mi
1h
£90–110
Train via Manchester Piccadilly
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Lime StreetCleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central to FreshfieldLiverpool Central - Southport
1h 42m
£13–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus StationUk030
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union StreetX2 / ...
2h 50m
£14–28

Manchester to Formby Beach by train and foot

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1h 25mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Formby Beach.

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Distance: 44.1 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Victoria to Freshfield via Liverpool Lime Street and Liverpool Central in around 1h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Freshfield via Bus Station, Union Street, and Southport in around 2h 50m.

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