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

The cheapest way to get from Prescot to Formby is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Prescot to Formby is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Prescot and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Prescot to Formby. However, there are services departing from Houghton Street and arriving at School Lane via Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Prescot and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Prescot to Formby. However, there are services departing from Prescot and arriving at Formby via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Prescot to Formby?

The distance between Prescot and Formby is 20 miles. The road distance is 16.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prescot to Formby without a car is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs £6 - £15.

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

It takes approximately 1h 9m to get from Prescot to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prescot to Formby bus from?

Prescot to Formby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Houghton Street station.

Where do I catch the Prescot to Formby train from?

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

Train or bus from Prescot to Formby?

The best way to get from Prescot to Formby is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs £6 - £15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Prescot to Formby bus arrive?

Prescot to Formby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Queen Square Bus Station.

Where does the Prescot to Formby train arrive?

Prescot to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Prescot to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Prescot to Formby is 16 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Prescot to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Prescot to Liverpool Lime StreetBlackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central to FormbyLiverpool Central - Southport
1h 9m
£6–15
Drive 16.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Prescot to Formby16.1 mi
21 min
£4–6
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Houghton Street to Moorfields10A
2. Take the train from Moorfields to FormbyLiverpool Central - Southport
1h 28m
£9–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prescot to Formby16.1 mi
21 min
£35–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Houghton Street to Queen Square Bus Station10A
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to School Lane47
1h 54m
£4–7

Prescot to Formby by train and foot

226Weekly Services

1h 9mAverage Duration

£6Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 19.8 mi
Duration: 1h 9m

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

You can take a train from Prescot to Formby via Liverpool Lime Street and Liverpool Central in around 1h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Houghton Street to School Lane via Queen Square Bus Station in around 1h 54m.

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