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

The cheapest way to get from Skegness to Formby is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skegness to Formby is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Skegness and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Skegness to Formby. However, there are services departing from Skegness and arriving at Formby via Grantham, Leeds and Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Skegness to Formby?

The distance between Skegness and Formby is 224 miles. The road distance is 166.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skegness to Formby without a car is to train via Leeds which takes 5h 57m and costs £50 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Skegness to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skegness to Formby train from?

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

Where does the Skegness to Formby train arrive?

Skegness to Formby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Grantham station.

Can I drive from Skegness to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Skegness to Formby is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Skegness to Formby.

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

Book your Skegness to Formby train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2115+ hotels available in Formby.

Skegness to Formby - 4 ways to travel via train, car, line 56 bus, and bus

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

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

Train via Leeds
best
1. Take the train from Skegness to Grantham
2. Take the train from Grantham to Leeds
3. Take the train from Leeds to Liverpool Lime Street
5h 57m
£53–224
Line 56 bus, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Interchange Shelter56
2. Take the bus from Interchange Shelter to Central Bus Station56
3. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Sheffield
4. Take the train from Sheffield to Liverpool South Parkway
5. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Formby
7h 11m
£28–93
Drive 165.6 mi
1. Drive from Skegness to Formby165.6 mi
3h 26m
£42–61
Train
1. Take the train from Skegness to NottinghamSkegness - Nottingham
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Liverpool South ParkwayNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
6h 31m
£35–122

Skegness to Formby by train and foot

52Weekly Services

5h 57mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 223 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a train from Skegness to Formby via Grantham, Leeds, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 5h 57m.

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