What is the cheapest way to get from Formby to The Lowry?

The cheapest way to get from Formby to The Lowry is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 49 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Formby to The Lowry?

The fastest way to get from Formby to The Lowry is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Formby and The Lowry?

No, there is no direct bus from Formby to The Lowry. However, there are services departing from Church Close and arriving at MediaCityUK via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Formby and The Lowry?

No, there is no direct train from Formby to The Lowry. However, there are services departing from Formby and arriving at Salford Crescent via Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Formby to The Lowry?

The distance between Formby and The Lowry is 46 miles. The road distance is 38.6 miles.

How do I travel from Formby to The Lowry without a car?

The best way to get from Formby to The Lowry without a car is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £20 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Formby to The Lowry?

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Formby to The Lowry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Formby to The Lowry bus from?

Formby to The Lowry bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Church Close station.

Where do I catch the Formby to The Lowry train from?

Formby to The Lowry train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Southport station.

Train or bus from Formby to The Lowry?

The best way to get from Formby to The Lowry is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £27 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Formby to The Lowry bus arrive?

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

Where does the Formby to The Lowry train arrive?

Formby to The Lowry train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Salford Crescent station.

Can I drive from Formby to The Lowry?

Yes, the driving distance between Formby to The Lowry is 39 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Formby to The Lowry.

Where can I stay near The Lowry?

There are 3660+ hotels available in The Lowry.

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There are 5 ways to get from Formby to The Lowry by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southport to Salford Crescenttrain Southport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
2h 11m
£20–37
Drive 38.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Formby to The Lowrycar 38.3 mi
49 min
£10–14
Bus
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 39m
£12–27
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Formby to The Lowrytaxi 38.3 mi
49 min
£80–100
Train via Liverpool Central
1. Take the train from Formby to Liverpool Centraltrain Southport - Liverpool Central / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoriatrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2h 12m
£20–40

Formby to The Lowry by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 45.9 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Formby, England and The Lowry, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Southport to Salford Crescent hourly. Tickets cost £14–26 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Close to The Lowry via Queen Square Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, Manchester Central Coach Station, Piccadilly Gardens, and MediaCityUK in around 3h 39m.

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