What is the cheapest way to get from Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

The cheapest way to get from Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station is to bus which costs £8 - £15 and takes 3h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

The fastest way to get from Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Formby and Manchester Piccadilly Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station station. However, there are services departing from Church Close and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Formby and Manchester Piccadilly Station?

No, there is no direct train from Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station. However, there are services departing from Formby and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

The distance between Formby and Manchester Piccadilly Station is 47 miles. The road distance is 40.2 miles.

How do I travel from Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station without a car?

The best way to get from Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £17 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station bus from?

Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Church Close station.

Where do I catch the Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station train from?

Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Formby station.

Train or bus from Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

The best way to get from Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £17 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £15 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station bus arrive?

Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Queen Square Bus Station.

Where does the Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station train arrive?

Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Liverpool Central station.

Can I drive from Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station is 40 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

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Where can I stay near Manchester Piccadilly Station?

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Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Formby to Liverpool Centraltrain Southport - Liverpool Central
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
1h 44m
£17–35
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Church Close to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 47
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3h 9m
£9–15
Drive 39.9 mi
1. Drive from Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Stationcar 39.9 mi
54 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Stationtaxi 39.9 mi
54 min
£170–210

Formby to Manchester Piccadilly Station by train and foot

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Distance: 46.4 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Formby, England and Manchester Piccadilly Station, England?

You can take a train from Formby to Manchester Piccadilly via Liverpool Central and Liverpool Lime Street in around 1h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Close to Manchester Piccadilly Station via Queen Square Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 3h 9m.

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