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

The cheapest way to get from Wallasey to Formby is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wallasey to Formby is to train which takes 21 min and costs £6.

Is there a direct bus between Wallasey and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Wallasey to Formby. However, there are services departing from Eric Road and arriving at School Lane via Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Wallasey and Formby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sandhills and arriving at Formby. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Wallasey to Formby?

The distance between Wallasey and Formby is 10 miles. The road distance is 16.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wallasey to Formby without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs £6.

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

The train from Sandhills to Formby takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Wallasey to Formby bus from?

Wallasey to Formby bus services, operated by Arriva North West, depart from Eric Road station.

Where do I catch the Wallasey to Formby train from?

Wallasey to Formby train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Sandhills station.

Train or bus from Wallasey to Formby?

The best way to get from Wallasey to Formby is to train which takes 21 min and costs £6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £11 and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Wallasey to Formby bus arrive?

Wallasey to Formby bus services, operated by Arriva North West, arrive at Hood street station.

Where does the Wallasey to Formby train arrive?

Wallasey to Formby train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Formby station.

Can I drive from Wallasey to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Wallasey to Formby is 16 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Wallasey to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2156+ hotels available in Formby.

Wallasey to Formby - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Sandhills to FormbyLiverpool Central - Southport / ...
21 min
£6
Drive 16.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wallasey to Formby16.3 mi
30 min
£4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Eric Road to Hood street432
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to School Lane47
1h 34m
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wallasey to Formby16.3 mi
30 min
£35–45
Train via Wallasey Village
1. Take the train from Wallasey Village to MoorfieldsNew Brighton - New Brighton
2. Take the train from Moorfields to FormbyLiverpool Central - Southport
52 min
£10–12

Wallasey to Formby by train

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Distance: 9.6 mi
Duration: 21 min

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

Merseyrail operates a train from Sandhills to Formby every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £6 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Eric Road to School Lane via Hood street and Queen Square Bus Station in around 1h 34m.

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