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

The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Formby is to bus which costs £22 - £60 and takes 6h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stirling to Formby is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Stirling and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Stirling station to Formby. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Alderson Crescent via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Stirling to Formby?

The distance between Stirling and Formby is 250 miles. The road distance is 223.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stirling to Formby without a car is to train and line 44 bus which takes 5h 38m and costs £30 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Stirling to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Formby bus from?

Stirling to Formby bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Stirling to Formby?

The best way to get from Stirling to Formby is to bus which takes 6h 43m and costs £22 - £60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £90 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Stirling to Formby bus arrive?

Stirling to Formby bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Stirling to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Stirling to Formby is 223 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Stirling to Formby.

Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2093+ hotels available in Formby.

Stirling to Formby - 8 ways to travel via train, line 44 bus, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Stirling to Formby by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train, line 44 bus
best
1. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Preston
3. Take the bus from Rufford Road to Formby Station44
5h 38m
£34–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationM8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
6h 43m
£22–58
Drive 222.2 mi
1. Drive from Stirling to Formby222.2 mi
3h 59m
£56–81
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)GLA - LPL
5h 51m
£76–182
Train
1. Take the train from Stirling to PrestonInverness - London Euston
6h 6m
£68–88
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Stirling to Edinburgh Park
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
5h 50m
£87–202
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Edinburgh Park
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool South Parkway
6h 17m
£67–174
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool South Parkway
6h 28m
£53–159

Stirling to Formby by train, foot, and bus

221Weekly Services

5h 38mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 248.7 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

What companies run services between Stirling, Scotland and Formby, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Alderson Crescent via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station, and Union Street in around 6h 43m. Alternatively, Caledonian Sleeper operates a train from Stirling to Preston once daily. Tickets cost £60–80 and the journey takes 4h.

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