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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Formby is to bus which costs £12 - £24 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Formby is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Formby. However, there are services departing from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and arriving at School Lane via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Formby. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Formby via Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Formby?

The distance between Birmingham and Formby is 100 miles. The road distance is 105.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Formby without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £35 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Birmingham to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Formby bus from?

Birmingham to Formby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Formby train from?

Birmingham to Formby train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Formby?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Formby is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £35 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £24 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Birmingham to Formby bus arrive?

Birmingham to Formby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Birmingham to Formby train arrive?

Birmingham to Formby train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Liverpool South Parkway station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Formby is 105 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Birmingham to Formby.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Formby?

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Where can I stay near Formby?

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Birmingham to Formby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Formbytrain Hunts Cross - Southport
2h 24m
£38–91
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Uk021 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to School Lanebus X2
3h 36m
£13–24
Drive 104.7 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Formbycar 104.7 mi
1h 52m
£26–37
Bus via Birmingham Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 541 / ...
4h 26m
£29–71

Birmingham to Formby by train

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Distance: 99.2 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

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

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Formby via Liverpool South Parkway in around 2h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to School Lane via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station in around 3h 36m.

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