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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Formby is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 7h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Formby is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Formby. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Formby via Cheltenham Spa, Birmingham New Street and Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Swindon to Formby?

The distance between Swindon and Formby is 189 miles. The road distance is 181.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Formby without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £35 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Swindon to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Formby bus from?

Swindon to Formby bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Regent Circus station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Formby train from?

Swindon to Formby train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Formby?

The best way to get from Swindon to Formby is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £35 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 7h 51m.

Where does the Swindon to Formby bus arrive?

Swindon to Formby bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Royal Well Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Formby train arrive?

Swindon to Formby train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Formby is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Swindon to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2155+ hotels available in Formby.

Swindon to Formby - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Formby. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at School Lane via Royal Well Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spa
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool South Parkway
4h 51m
£40–162
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spa
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Liverpool, Liverpool One
6h 11m
£30–94
Drive 180.9 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Formby180.9 mi
3h 7m
£45–65
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)BRS - LPL
6h 6m
£88–172
Bus
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Royal Well Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One550 / ...
7h 51m
£33–69

Swindon to Formby by train

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Distance: 187.4 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Formby via Cheltenham Spa, Birmingham New Street, and Liverpool South Parkway in around 4h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to School Lane via Royal Well Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 7h 51m.

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