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

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Formby is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Windermere to Formby is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Windermere and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Windermere to Formby. However, there are services departing from St Mary's Church and arriving at Alderson Crescent via Blackhall Road, Bus Station, Bus Station and Rufford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Windermere and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Formby. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Formby via Oxenholme Lake District, Wigan Wallgate and Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Windermere to Formby?

The distance between Windermere and Formby is 75 miles. The road distance is 75.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Windermere to Formby without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 54m and costs £17 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Windermere to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Formby bus from?

Windermere to Formby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Blackhall Road station.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Formby train from?

Windermere to Formby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Train or bus from Windermere to Formby?

The best way to get from Windermere to Formby is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can line 555 bus and bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Windermere to Formby bus arrive?

Windermere to Formby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Windermere to Formby train arrive?

Windermere to Formby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Windermere to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Formby is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Windermere to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2155+ hotels available in Formby.

Windermere to Formby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 555 bus

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to PrestonGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Wellington StreetX2 / ...
2h 54m
£17–35
Train
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Wigan North WesternGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to SouthportManchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
2h 59m
£38–66
Drive 74.8 mi
1. Drive from Windermere to Formby74.8 mi
1h 38m
£19–27
Line 555 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to Bus Station555
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station41 / ...
6h 24m
£19–33

Windermere to Formby by train and bus

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2h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 74.7 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a train from Windermere to Formby via Oxenholme Lake District, Wigan North Western, Wigan Wallgate, and Southport in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Mary's Church to Alderson Crescent via Blackhall Road, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Rufford Road in around 6h 24m.

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