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

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Formby is to bus which costs £7 - £21 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oldham to Formby is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Oldham and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldham to Formby. However, there are services departing from John Street and arriving at School Lane via Manchester Central Coach Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Oldham and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Oldham to Formby. However, there are services departing from Oldham King Street and arriving at Formby via Manchester Victoria and Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Oldham to Formby?

The distance between Oldham and Formby is 51 miles. The road distance is 45.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oldham to Formby without a car is to tram and train via Liverpool Central which takes 2h 12m and costs £13 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Oldham to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Formby bus from?

Oldham to Formby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Formby train from?

Oldham to Formby train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Oldham King Street station.

Where does the Oldham to Formby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Oldham to Formby train arrive?

Oldham to Formby train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Victoria station.

Can I drive from Oldham to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Formby is 46 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Oldham to Formby.

Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2099+ hotels available in Formby.

Oldham to Formby - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Oldham to Formby by tram, 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.

Tram, train via Liverpool Central
best
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to Victoria
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Liverpool Lime Street
3. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Formby
2h 12m
£14–34
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One171 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to School LaneX2
4h 5m
£8–20
Drive 45.6 mi
1. Drive from Oldham to Formby45.6 mi
57 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Oldham to Formby45.6 mi
57 min
£95–120
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to VictoriaPink Line / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to SouthportStalybridge - Southport / ...
3h 2m
£11–28

Oldham to Formby by tram, train, and foot

207Weekly Services

2h 12mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 50.3 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a bus from John Street to School Lane via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 4h 5m.

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