What is the cheapest way to get from Ormskirk to Formby Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Ormskirk to Formby Beach is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ormskirk to Formby Beach?

The fastest way to get from Ormskirk to Formby Beach is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £50 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Ormskirk and Formby Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Ormskirk station to Formby Beach. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Southport Interchange via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Ormskirk and Formby Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Ormskirk to Formby Beach. However, there are services departing from Ormskirk and arriving at Freshfield via Sandhills. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Ormskirk to Formby Beach?

The distance between Ormskirk and Formby Beach is 21 miles. The road distance is 11.3 miles.

How do I travel from Ormskirk to Formby Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Ormskirk to Formby Beach without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £12 - £25.

How long does it take to get from Ormskirk to Formby Beach?

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Ormskirk to Formby Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ormskirk to Formby Beach bus from?

Ormskirk to Formby Beach bus services, operated by Metro Network, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ormskirk to Formby Beach train from?

Ormskirk to Formby Beach train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Ormskirk station.

Train or bus from Ormskirk to Formby Beach?

The best way to get from Ormskirk to Formby Beach is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £12 - £25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Ormskirk to Formby Beach bus arrive?

Ormskirk to Formby Beach bus services, operated by Metro Network, arrive at Southport Interchange station.

Where does the Ormskirk to Formby Beach train arrive?

Ormskirk to Formby Beach train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Sandhills station.

Can I drive from Ormskirk to Formby Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Ormskirk to Formby Beach is 11 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Ormskirk to Formby Beach.

How do I get a train ticket from Ormskirk to Formby Beach?

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Where can I stay near Formby Beach?

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Ormskirk to Formby Beach - 5 ways to travel via train, line 375 bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ormskirk to Formby Beach by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ormskirk to Sandhillstrain Ormskirk - Hunts Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Sandhills to Freshfieldtrain Liverpool Central - Southport / ...
1h 5m
£13–24
Drive 11.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ormskirk to Formby Beachcar 11.3 mi
20 min
£3–4
Line 375 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Duke Streetbus 375 / ...
2. Take the train from Southport to Freshfieldtrain Southport - Liverpool Central
1h 28m
£5–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ormskirk to Formby Beachtaxi 11.3 mi
20 min
£50–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Southport Interchangebus 37A / ...
1h 35m

Ormskirk to Formby Beach by train

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Distance: 21.1 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between Ormskirk, England and Formby Beach, England?

You can take a train from Ormskirk to Freshfield via Sandhills in around 1h 5m. Alternatively, Metro Network operates a bus from Bus Station to Southport Interchange every 3 hours, and the journey takes 59 min.

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