What is the cheapest way to get from Wigan bus Station to Formby?

The cheapest way to get from Wigan bus Station to Formby is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Wigan bus Station to Formby?

The fastest way to get from Wigan bus Station to Formby is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Wigan bus Station and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Wigan bus Station station to Formby. However, there are services departing from Wigan Bus Station and arriving at Alderson Crescent via Wellington Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Wigan bus Station and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan bus Station to Formby. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate and arriving at Formby via Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Wigan bus Station to Formby?

The distance between Wigan bus Station and Formby is 25 miles. The road distance is 22.1 miles.

How do I travel from Wigan bus Station to Formby without a car?

The best way to get from Wigan bus Station to Formby without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £16 - £22.

How long does it take to get from Wigan bus Station to Formby?

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Wigan bus Station to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan bus Station to Formby bus from?

Wigan bus Station to Formby bus services, operated by Arriva North West, depart from Wigan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Wigan bus Station to Formby train from?

Wigan bus Station to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wigan Wallgate station.

Train or bus from Wigan bus Station to Formby?

The best way to get from Wigan bus Station to Formby is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £16 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £8 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Wigan bus Station to Formby bus arrive?

Wigan bus Station to Formby bus services, operated by Arriva North West, arrive at Wellington Street station.

Where does the Wigan bus Station to Formby train arrive?

Wigan bus Station to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southport station.

Can I drive from Wigan bus Station to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan bus Station to Formby is 22 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Wigan bus Station to Formby.

How do I get a train ticket from Wigan bus Station to Formby?

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Wigan bus Station to Formby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Wigan bus Station to Formby by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to SouthportManchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
2. Take the train from Southport to FormbySouthport - Hunts Cross / ...
1h 12m
£16–21
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wigan Bus Station to Wellington Street375 / ...
2h 25m
£6–8
Drive 22 mi
1. Drive from Wigan bus Station to Formby22 mi
31 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wigan bus Station to Formby22 mi
31 min
£45–60

Wigan bus Station to Formby by foot and train

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1h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 24.7 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Wigan bus Station, England and Formby, England?

You can take a vehicle from Wigan bus Station to Formby via Wigan Wallgate and Southport in around 1h 12m. Alternatively, Arriva North West operates a bus from Wigan Bus Station to Wellington Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £4–5 and the journey takes 1h 54m.

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