What is the cheapest way to get from Marple Bridge to Formby?

The cheapest way to get from Marple Bridge to Formby is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Marple Bridge to Formby?

The fastest way to get from Marple Bridge to Formby is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct train between Marple Bridge and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Marple Bridge to Formby. However, there are services departing from Marple and arriving at Formby via Manchester Piccadilly and Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Marple Bridge to Formby?

The distance between Marple Bridge and Formby is 56 miles. The road distance is 51.6 miles.

How do I travel from Marple Bridge to Formby without a car?

The best way to get from Marple Bridge to Formby without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £14 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Marple Bridge to Formby?

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Marple Bridge to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Marple Bridge to Formby bus from?

Marple Bridge to Formby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Airport The Station.

Where do I catch the Marple Bridge to Formby train from?

Marple Bridge to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Marple station.

Train or bus from Marple Bridge to Formby?

The best way to get from Marple Bridge to Formby is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £14 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £23 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Marple Bridge to Formby bus arrive?

Marple Bridge to Formby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Marple Bridge to Formby train arrive?

Marple Bridge to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Marple Bridge to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Marple Bridge to Formby is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Marple Bridge to Formby.

How do I get a train ticket from Marple Bridge to Formby?

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Where can I stay near Formby?

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Marple Bridge to Formby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

Q: Is there a direct bus between Marple Bridge and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Marple Bridge to Formby. However, there are services departing from Marple Bridge and arriving at School Lane via Stockport Interchange, Manchester Airport The Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

There are 4 ways to get from Marple Bridge to Formby by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Marple to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Formbytrain
2h 20m
£14–38
Drive 51.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Marple Bridge to Formbycar 51.3 mi
1h 8m
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 171 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to School Lanebus X2
3h 41m
£14–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Marple Bridge to Formbytaxi 51.3 mi
1h 8m
£100–130

Marple Bridge to Formby by train and foot

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Distance: 55.7 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Marple Bridge, England and Formby, England?

You can take a train from Marple to Formby via Manchester Piccadilly, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marple Bridge to School Lane via Stockport Interchange, Manchester Airport The Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 3h 41m.

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