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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Formby is to bus which costs £5 - £8 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Formby is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Formby. However, there are services departing from Runcorn High Street- Stand C and arriving at School Lane via Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Formby?

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

How far is it from Runcorn to Formby?

The distance between Runcorn and Formby is 25 miles. The road distance is 23.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Formby without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £6 - £50.

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

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

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Formby bus from?

Runcorn to Formby bus services, operated by Arriva North West, depart from Runcorn High Street- Stand C station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Formby train from?

Runcorn to Formby train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Liverpool South Parkway station.

Train or bus from Runcorn to Formby?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Formby is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £6 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £8 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Runcorn to Formby bus arrive?

Runcorn to Formby bus services, operated by Arriva North West, arrive at Queen Square Bus Station.

Where does the Runcorn to Formby train arrive?

Runcorn to Formby train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Formby station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Formby is 24 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Runcorn to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2092+ hotels available in Formby.

Runcorn to Formby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Runcorn to Formby by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to FormbyHunts Cross - Southport / ...
1h 1m
£7–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Queen Square Bus Station79C / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to School LaneX2
2h 15m
£5–8
Drive 23.7 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Formby23.7 mi
29 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Runcorn to Formby23.7 mi
29 min
£50–65

Runcorn to Formby by train

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Distance: 24.6 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

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

Merseyrail operates a train from Liverpool South Parkway to Formby every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to School Lane via Queen Square Bus Station in around 2h 15m.

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