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How to Travel from

Edinburgh to Formby

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
4h 12m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$39.24–$240.50
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$37.97–$227.84
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$41.77–$291.13

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$75.95–$265.81
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$75.95–$329.10
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$202.52

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
3h 51m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$240.50–$607.57
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$202.52–$582.26
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$189.87–$531.63

Ryanair UK

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$26.58–$265.81

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Preston
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.71–$50.63
Bus from Bus Station to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
8h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.57–$69.62

Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire

Phone:
+44 151 330 6200
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/about/merseyside-and-south-lancashire
Bus from Railway Station to Union
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.78–$3.92

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wigan
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$113.92–$278.47
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Preston
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$101.26–$265.81

West Midlands Trains

Phone:
+44 333 311 0039
Website:
westmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Preston
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$126.58

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.02–$16.46

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Formby is to bus via Preston which costs $35.87 - $51.09 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Formby is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs $65.22 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Formby?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Formby. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Alderson Crescent via Bus Station and Wellington Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Formby?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Formby. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Formby via Wigan Wallgate and Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Formby?

The distance between Edinburgh and Formby is 370 km. The road distance is 347.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Formby without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs $103.26 - $260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Edinburgh to Formby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Formby bus from?

Edinburgh to Formby bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Formby train from?

Edinburgh to Formby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Formby?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Formby is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs $103.26 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus via Preston, which costs $35.87 - $51.09 and takes 7h 55m, you could also fly, which costs $43.48 - $152.17 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Formby bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Formby bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Preston Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Formby train arrive?

Edinburgh to Formby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Formby?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Formby is 348 km. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Edinburgh to Formby.

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

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Where can I stay near Formby?

There are 1892+ hotels available in Formby. Prices start at $31.68 per night.
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