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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Formby is to bus which costs £45 - £85 and takes 7h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Formby is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £75 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Formby. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at School Lane via Buchanan Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Formby. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Formby via Wigan Wallgate and Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Formby?

The distance between Edinburgh and Formby is 231 miles. The road distance is 205.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Formby without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Edinburgh to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Formby bus from?

Edinburgh to Formby bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Formby train from?

Edinburgh to Formby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Formby?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Formby is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 7h 39m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £210 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Formby bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Formby bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Formby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Formby is 205 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Edinburgh to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 2257+ hotels available in Formby.

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There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Formby by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wigan North Westerntrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
4h 2m
£79–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 802
7h 39m
£47–82
Drive 204 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Formbycar 204 mi
4h 5m
£51–73
Fly to Liverpool
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
5h 22m
£74–202
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
7h 2m
£78–188
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
6h 3m
£72–200

Edinburgh to Formby by train

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Distance: 229.7 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Formby, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wigan North Western every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to School Lane via Buchanan Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 7h 39m.

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