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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Formby is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Formby is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Formby. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Formby via Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Formby?

The distance between Sheffield and Formby is 89 miles. The road distance is 78.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Formby without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Sheffield to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Formby train from?

Sheffield to Formby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sheffield station.

Where does the Sheffield to Formby train arrive?

Sheffield to Formby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Liverpool South Parkway station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Formby is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Sheffield to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2267+ hotels available in Formby.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Formbytrain Hunts Cross - Southport
2h 27m
£36–75
Drive 77.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sheffield to Formbycar 77.7 mi
1h 53m
£19–28
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to School Lanebus X2
2h 54m
£29–61

Sheffield to Formby by train

216Weekly Trains

2h 27mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 88.2 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to Formby via Liverpool South Parkway in around 2h 27m.

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