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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Formby Beach is to bus which costs £4 - £11 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Formby Beach is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Wigan and Formby Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Wigan to Formby Beach. However, there are services departing from Clayton Street and arriving at Southport Interchange via Duke Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Formby Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Formby Beach. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate and arriving at Freshfield via Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Wigan to Formby Beach?

The distance between Wigan and Formby Beach is 24 miles. The road distance is 23.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Formby Beach without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £9 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Wigan to Formby Beach, including transfers.

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

Wigan to Formby Beach bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Clayton Street station.

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

Wigan to Formby Beach train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wigan Wallgate station.

Train or bus from Wigan to Formby Beach?

The best way to get from Wigan to Formby Beach is to train which takes 54 min and costs £9 - £21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £11 and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Wigan to Formby Beach bus arrive?

Wigan to Formby Beach bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Duke Street station.

Where does the Wigan to Formby Beach train arrive?

Wigan to Formby Beach train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southport station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Formby Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Formby Beach is 23 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Wigan to Formby Beach.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby Beach?

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Wigan to Formby Beach - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Wigan to Formby Beach by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Southporttrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
2. Take the train from Southport to Freshfieldtrain Southport - Liverpool Central / ...
54 min
£10–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Clayton Street to Duke Streetbus 385 / ...
2h 42m
£5–11
Drive 23.2 mi
1. Drive from Wigan to Formby Beachcar 23.2 mi
36 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wigan to Formby Beachtaxi 23.2 mi
36 min
£50–60

Wigan to Formby Beach by train

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Distance: 23.5 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

You can take a train from Wigan Wallgate to Freshfield via Southport in around 54 min. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Clayton Street to Duke Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 1h 52m.

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