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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Formby is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Formby is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield station to Formby. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at School Lane via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Formby. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Formby via Manchester Piccadilly and Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Formby?

The distance between Macclesfield and Formby is 64 miles. The road distance is 50.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Formby without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £22 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Macclesfield to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Formby bus from?

Macclesfield to Formby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Formby train from?

Macclesfield to Formby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Macclesfield station.

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Formby?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Formby is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £22 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £27 and takes 4h.

Where does the Macclesfield to Formby bus arrive?

Macclesfield to Formby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Macclesfield to Formby train arrive?

Macclesfield to Formby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Formby is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Macclesfield to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

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There are 3 ways to get from Macclesfield to Formby by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Formbytrain
2h 18m
£23–47
Drive 50.5 mi
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1. Drive from Macclesfield to Formbycar 50.5 mi
1h 6m
£13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to School Lanebus X2
4h
£14–26

Macclesfield to Formby by train and foot

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Distance: 64 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

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

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Formby via Manchester Piccadilly, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to School Lane via Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Central Coach Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 4h.

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