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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Formby is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Formby is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Formby. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at School Lane via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Formby. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Formby via Newcastle and Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Formby?

The distance between Sunderland and Formby is 207 miles. The road distance is 141.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Formby without a car is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Sunderland to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Formby bus from?

Sunderland to Formby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Formby train from?

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

Train or bus from Sunderland to Formby?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Formby is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £90 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Sunderland to Formby bus arrive?

Sunderland to Formby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Sunderland to Formby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sunderland to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Formby is 142 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Sunderland to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
5h 19m
£70–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 133 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 170 / ...
6h 53m
£29–87
Drive 141 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Formbycar 141 mi
3h 12m
£36–51
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Fawcett Street to Newcastle Airport Terminalbus
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Liverpool (LPL)plane NCL - LPL
4h 58m

Sunderland to Formby by train and foot

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Distance: 206.3 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Interchange to School Lane via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 6h 53m.

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