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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Formby is to train and bus which costs £10 - £35 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Formby is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Formby. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Formby via Wigan Wallgate and Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Penrith to Formby?

The distance between Penrith and Formby is 97 miles. The road distance is 94.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Formby without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 25m and costs £10 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Penrith to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Formby train from?

Penrith to Formby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Where does the Penrith to Formby train arrive?

Penrith to Formby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Formby is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Penrith to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2154+ hotels available in Formby.

Penrith to Formby - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Penrith to Formby by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Prestontrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Wellington Streetbus X2
2h 25m
£11–35
Train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Wigan North Westerntrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Southporttrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
2h 32m
£30–73
Drive 93.6 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Formbycar 93.6 mi
1h 56m
£23–33

Penrith to Formby by train and bus

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2h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 96.5 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Formby via Wigan North Western, Wigan Wallgate, and Southport in around 2h 32m.

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