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

The cheapest way to get from Skipton to Formby is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skipton to Formby is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Skipton and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Skipton station to Formby. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stand 4 and arriving at Alderson Crescent via Interchange, Bus Station and Wellington Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Skipton and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Skipton to Formby. However, there are services departing from Skipton and arriving at Formby via Leeds and Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Skipton to Formby?

The distance between Skipton and Formby is 112 miles. The road distance is 60 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skipton to Formby without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £20 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Skipton to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skipton to Formby bus from?

Skipton to Formby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Bus Station Stand 4.

Where do I catch the Skipton to Formby train from?

Skipton to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Skipton station.

Train or bus from Skipton to Formby?

The best way to get from Skipton to Formby is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £20 - £70. Alternatively, you can line 280 bus and bus, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Skipton to Formby bus arrive?

Skipton to Formby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Skipton to Formby train arrive?

Skipton to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Skipton to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Skipton to Formby is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Skipton to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

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Skipton to Formby - 5 ways to travel via train, line 280 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Skipton to Formby by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Skipton to Leedstrain Skipton - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 26m
£20–70
Drive 59.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Skipton to Formbycar 59.7 mi
1h 30m
£15–21
Line 280 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 4 to Interchangebus 280
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Bus Stationbus 280
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wellington Streetbus X2
3h 59m
£17–31
Bus, train, line 44 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 3 to Crabtree Streetbus M6
2. Take the train from Colne to Prestontrain
3. Take the bus from Rufford Road to Formby Stationbus 44
4h 48m
Bus, line 152 bus, line 44 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 3 to Bus Stationbus M6
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arrival Standbus 152
3. Take the bus from Rufford Road to Formby Stationbus 44
5h 21m

Skipton to Formby by train and foot

226Weekly Services

3h 26mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Skipton to Formby.

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Distance: 111.4 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Skipton to Formby via Leeds, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Stand 4 to Alderson Crescent via Interchange, Bus Station, and Wellington Street in around 3h 59m.

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