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

The cheapest way to get from Widnes to Formby is to bus which costs £4 - £8 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Widnes to Formby is to drive which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Widnes and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Widnes to Formby. However, there are services departing from Vicarage Road and arriving at School Lane via Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Widnes to Formby?

The distance between Widnes and Formby is 38 miles. The road distance is 22.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Widnes to Formby without a car is to line 110 bus and train which takes 1h 46m and costs £9 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Widnes to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Widnes to Formby bus from?

Widnes to Formby bus services, operated by Arriva North West, depart from Vicarage Road station.

Train or bus from Widnes to Formby?

The best way to get from Widnes to Formby is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £11 - £19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £8 and takes 2h 7m.

Where does the Widnes to Formby bus arrive?

Widnes to Formby bus services, operated by Arriva North West, arrive at Queen Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Widnes to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Widnes to Formby is 23 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Widnes to Formby.

Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2140+ hotels available in Formby.

Widnes to Formby - 6 ways to travel via train, line 110 bus, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Widnes to Formby by bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Line 110 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Doctors Pub to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G110
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to FormbyHunts Cross - Southport / ...
1h 46m
£9–19
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vicarage Road to Queen Square Bus Station79C
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to School LaneX2
2h 7m
£5–7
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Doctors Pub to Queen Square Bus Station61 / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central to FormbyLiverpool Central - Southport / ...
2h 3m
£10–12
Drive 22.5 mi
1. Drive from Widnes to Formby22.5 mi
27 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Widnes to Formby22.5 mi
27 min
£45–60
Train
1. Take the train from Rainhill to Liverpool Lime StreetManchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central to FormbyLiverpool Central - Southport / ...
1h 52m
£11–19

Widnes to Formby by bus and train

416Weekly Services

1h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 37.4 mi
Duration: 1h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Norlands Lane to Formby via Rainhill Rail Station, Rainhill, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vicarage Road to School Lane via Queen Square Bus Station in around 2h 7m.

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