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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Formby is to bus which costs £21 - £45 and takes 6h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Formby is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Formby. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at School Lane via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Formby. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Formby via Nuneaton, Crewe and Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Leicester to Formby?

The distance between Leicester and Formby is 127 miles. The road distance is 120.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Formby without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 40m and costs £40 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Leicester to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Formby bus from?

Leicester to Formby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Formby train from?

Leicester to Formby train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Nuneaton station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Formby?

The best way to get from Leicester to Formby is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 40m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Leicester to Formby bus arrive?

Leicester to Formby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Leicester to Formby train arrive?

Leicester to Formby train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Formby is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Leicester to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

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Leicester to Formby - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Formby by train, bus, or car

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Nuneaton to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Formbytrain
3h 40m
£40–111
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Uk021 / ...
6h 39m
£22–43
Drive 119.7 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Formbycar 119.7 mi
2h 23m
£30–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 148
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Formbytrain
4h 28m
£42–80
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 49m
£79–127

Leicester to Formby by train

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Distance: 126.1 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Formby via Nuneaton, Crewe, and Liverpool South Parkway in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to School Lane via Birmingham Coach Station, Birmingham - Jennens Road, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 6h 39m.

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