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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Formby is to bus and line 300 bus which costs £13 - £22 and takes 4h 35m.

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 52m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Formby. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Interchange/E2 and arriving at Alderson Crescent via Aintree Interchange and Southport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

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 Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Formby?

The distance between Sheffield and Formby is 89 miles. The road distance is 78.5 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 37m and costs £29 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Sheffield to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Formby bus from?

Sheffield to Formby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sheffield Interchange/E2 station.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Formby train from?

Sheffield to Formby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Sheffield to Formby?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Formby is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £29 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 300 bus, which costs £13 - £22 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Sheffield to Formby bus arrive?

Sheffield to Formby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aintree Festival Zone Package station.

Where does the Sheffield to Formby train arrive?

Sheffield to Formby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Formby is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m 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?

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Sheffield to Formby - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 300 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Formbytrain Liverpool Central - Southport
2h 37m
£29–62
Bus, line 300 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Aintree Festival Zone Packagebus Gn4
2. Take the bus from Aintree Interchange to Southport Interchangebus 300
4h 35m
£13–22
Drive 78.1 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Formbycar 78.1 mi
1h 52m
£20–28

Sheffield to Formby by train and foot

216Weekly Services

2h 37mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 88.6 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to Formby via Liverpool Lime Street and Liverpool Central in around 2h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Alderson Crescent via Aintree Festival Zone Package, Aintree Interchange, and Southport Interchange in around 4h 35m.

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