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 £9 - £17 and takes 4h 21m.

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 21m.

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 11m.

How far is it from Oldham to Formby?

The distance between Oldham and Formby is 50 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 which takes 2h 11m and costs £18 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m 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.

Train or bus from Oldham to Formby?

The best way to get from Oldham to Formby is to bus which takes 4h 21m and costs £9 - £17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £18 - £40 and takes 2h 57m.

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 2242+ hotels available in Formby.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Oldham to Formby by tram, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to Victoriatram
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Formbytrain
2h 11m
£19–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to School Lanebus X2
4h 21m
£10–17
Drive 45.6 mi
1. Drive from Oldham to Formbycar 45.6 mi
57 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Oldham to Formbytaxi 45.6 mi
57 min
£200–240
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Southporttrain Stalybridge - Southport / ...
2h 57m
£19–36

Oldham to Formby by tram, train, and foot

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Distance: 50.2 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

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 21m. Alternatively, Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Southport hourly. Tickets cost £12–23 and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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