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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Formby is to bus and line 47 bus which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Formby is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston 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 24m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Preston 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 44m.

How far is it from Preston to Formby?

The distance between Preston and Formby is 25 miles. The road distance is 24.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Formby without a car is to bus and line 47 bus which takes 1h 24m and costs £4 - £8.

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Preston to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Formby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Formby train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Formby?

The best way to get from Preston to Formby is to bus and line 47 bus which takes 1h 24m and costs £4 - £8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £19 - £100 and takes 1h 44m.

Where does the Preston to Formby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Formby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Formby is 25 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Preston to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

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Preston to Formby - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 47 bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Preston 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 24m
£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 44m
£19–96
Drive 24.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Formby24.7 mi
45 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Formby24.7 mi
45 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 31m
£7–9

Preston to Formby by bus

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1h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 24.7 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Railway Station to Alderson Crescent via Rufford Road in around 1h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Preston to Formby via Wigan North Western, Wigan Wallgate, and Southport in around 1h 44m.

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