What is the cheapest way to get from Preston (Station) to Formby?

The cheapest way to get from Preston (Station) to Formby is to bus and line 47 bus which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston (Station) to Formby?

The fastest way to get from Preston (Station) to Formby is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Preston (Station) and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston (Station) station to Formby. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Alderson Crescent via Rufford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Preston (Station) and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Preston (Station) to Formby. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Formby via Wigan Wallgate and Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Preston (Station) to Formby?

The distance between Preston (Station) and Formby is 25 miles. The road distance is 24.2 miles.

How do I travel from Preston (Station) to Formby without a car?

The best way to get from Preston (Station) to Formby without a car is to bus and line 47 bus which takes 1h 19m and costs £4 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Preston (Station) to Formby?

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Preston (Station) to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston (Station) to Formby bus from?

Preston (Station) to Formby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Preston (Station) to Formby train from?

Preston (Station) to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wigan Wallgate station.

Train or bus from Preston (Station) to Formby?

The best way to get from Preston (Station) to Formby is to bus and line 47 bus which takes 1h 19m and costs £4 - £8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £16 - £100 and takes 1h 42m.

Where does the Preston (Station) to Formby bus arrive?

Preston (Station) to Formby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Rufford Road station.

What is the time difference between Preston (Station) and Formby?

Formby is 1h behind Preston (Station). It is currently 10:50 AM in Preston (Station) and 9:50 AM in Formby.

Where does the Preston (Station) to Formby train arrive?

Preston (Station) to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southport station.

Can I drive from Preston (Station) to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston (Station) to Formby is 24 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Preston (Station) to Formby.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston (Station) to Formby?

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Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2153+ hotels available in Formby.

Preston (Station) to Formby - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 47 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Preston (Station) to Formby by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, line 47 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Rufford RoadX2
2. Take the bus from Rufford Road to Alderson Crescent47 / ...
1h 19m
£4–7
Train
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to SouthportManchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
2. Take the train from Southport to FormbySouthport - Hunts Cross / ...
1h 42m
£17–96
Drive 24.1 mi
1. Drive from Preston (Station) to Formby24.1 mi
43 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston (Station) to Formby24.1 mi
43 min
£55–70
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Union StreetX2
2. Take the train from Southport to FormbySouthport - Hunts Cross / ...
1h 29m
£8–9

Preston (Station) to Formby by bus

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Distance: 24.7 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Preston (Station), England and Formby, England?

You can take a bus from Railway Station to Alderson Crescent via Rufford Road in around 1h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Preston to Formby via Wigan North Western, Wigan Wallgate, and Southport in around 1h 42m.

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