What is the cheapest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Formby?

The cheapest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Formby is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Formby?

The fastest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Formby is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct train between Ashton-under-Lyne and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Ashton-under-Lyne to Formby. However, there are services departing from Ashton-under-Lyne and arriving at Formby via Manchester Victoria and Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Ashton-under-Lyne to Formby?

The distance between Ashton-under-Lyne and Formby is 50 miles. The road distance is 48.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ashton-under-Lyne to Formby without a car?

The best way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Formby without a car is to train via Liverpool Central which takes 1h 58m and costs £18 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Formby?

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashton-under-Lyne to Formby train from?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Formby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Where does the Ashton-under-Lyne to Formby train arrive?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Formby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashton-under-Lyne to Formby is 49 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Formby.

How do I get a train ticket from Ashton-under-Lyne to Formby?

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Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2254+ hotels available in Formby.

Ashton-under-Lyne to Formby - 5 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Formby by train, car, taxi, or tram

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Train via Liverpool Central
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Formbytrain Liverpool Central - Southport
1h 58m
£18–38
Drive 48.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Formbycar 48.4 mi
58 min
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ashton-under-Lyne to Formbytaxi 48.4 mi
58 min
£210–260
Train
1. Take the train from Ashton-under-Lyne to Southporttrain Stalybridge - Southport
2h 1m
£19–36
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Ashton-under-Lyne to Piccadillytram
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Formbytrain
2h 31m
£19–38

Ashton-under-Lyne to Formby by train and foot

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1h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 49.5 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Ashton-under-Lyne, England and Formby, England?

You can take a train from Ashton-under-Lyne to Formby via Manchester Victoria, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 1h 58m.

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