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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Formby is to line 471 bus and train and line 44 bus which costs £10 - £22 and takes 3h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Formby is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Formby. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Alderson Crescent via Health Centre, Bus Station, Bus Station and Duke Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Formby?

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

How far is it from Rochdale to Formby?

The distance between Rochdale and Formby is 54 miles. The road distance is 47.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Formby without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £19 - £40.

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

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

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Formby bus from?

Rochdale to Formby bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from Rochdale Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Formby train from?

Rochdale to Formby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Rochdale to Formby?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Formby is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £19 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 464 bus and line 481 bus and line 59 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Rochdale to Formby bus arrive?

Rochdale to Formby bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Health Centre station.

Where does the Rochdale to Formby train arrive?

Rochdale to Formby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Rochdale to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Formby is 47 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Rochdale to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

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Rochdale to Formby - 6 ways to travel via train, line 471 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Rochdale to Formby by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Formbytrain Liverpool Central - Southport
2h 2m
£19–39
Line 471 bus, train, line 44 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Bolton Interchangebus 471
2. Take the train from Bolton to Southporttrain
3. Take the bus from Southport Interchange to Formby Stationbus 44
3h 38m
£11–22
Line 471 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Bolton Interchangebus 471
2. Take the train from Bolton to Southporttrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
3h 5m
£14–28
Drive 47.1 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Formbycar 47.1 mi
58 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rochdale to Formbytaxi 47.1 mi
58 min
£200–250
Line 464 bus, line 481 bus, line 59 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Health Centrebus 464
2. Take the bus from Health Centre to Arrival Standbus 481
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 59 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Duke Streetbus X2
5. Take the bus from Duke Street to Alderson Crescentbus 47
4h 22m

Rochdale to Formby by train and foot

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Distance: 53.6 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

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

You can take a train from Rochdale to Formby via Manchester Victoria, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Alderson Crescent via Health Centre, Arrival Stand, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Duke Street in around 4h 22m.

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