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

The cheapest way to get from Colne to Formby is to train and bus and line 47 bus which costs £13 - £23 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Colne to Formby is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Colne and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Colne to Formby. However, there are services departing from St Johns Church and arriving at Alderson Crescent via Bus Station, Bus Station and Duke Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Colne and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Colne to Formby. However, there are services departing from Colne and arriving at Formby via Preston, Wigan Wallgate and Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Colne to Formby?

The distance between Colne and Formby is 53 miles. The road distance is 54.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colne to Formby without a car is to train and bus and line 47 bus which takes 3h and costs £13 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Colne to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colne to Formby bus from?

Colne to Formby bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Colne to Formby train from?

Colne to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Colne station.

Train or bus from Colne to Formby?

The best way to get from Colne to Formby is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £22 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 152 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Colne to Formby bus arrive?

Colne to Formby bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Arrival Stand station.

Where does the Colne to Formby train arrive?

Colne to Formby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Colne to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Colne to Formby is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Colne to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

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Colne to Formby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 47 bus, and car

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

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Train, bus, line 47 bus
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1. Take the train from Colne to Prestontrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Rufford Roadbus X2 / ...
3. Take the bus from Rufford Road to Alderson Crescentbus 47 / ...
3h
£13–23
Train
1. Take the train from Colne to Prestontrain Colne - Preston / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Southporttrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
3h 3m
£22–46
Drive 54 mi
1. Drive from Colne to Formbycar 54 mi
1h 5m
£14–20
Line 152 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arrival Standbus 152
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Duke Streetbus X2 / ...
4h 31m

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Distance: 53.2 mi
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Colne, Lancashire, England and Formby, England?

You can take a train from Colne to Formby via Preston, Wigan North Western, Wigan Wallgate, and Southport in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Johns Church to Alderson Crescent via Bus Station, Arrival Stand, Bus Station, and Duke Street in around 4h 31m.

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