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How to get from South Lakeland to Formby by bus and train?

From South Lakeland to Formby by bus and train

To get from South Lakeland to Formby in North West, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 555 bus from Glebe Close station to Lancaster station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally take the MERSEYRAIL train from Liverpool Central station to Formby station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 34 min.

334min
Bus - 555555
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Walk to Formby
Leaves from Glebe Close

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    South Lakeland
  • 2
    Bus - 555555
    Wait for bus
    555
    Lancaster City Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lancaster
    47 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lancaster
    750 m • 10 min
  • 5
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Liverpool Lime Street
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Lime Street
    69 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Liverpool Central
    300 m • 4 min
  • 8
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Southport
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Formby
    29 min
  • 10
    Walk to Formby
    Walk to
    Formby
    140 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from South Lakeland to Formby

The distance between South Lakeland, North West and Formby, North West is approximately 127.82 km, which can typically be travelled in 334 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Lakeland to Formby by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to South Lakeland

South Lakeland is located at South Lakeland, North West and the nearest public transport station is Tanpits Lane.

Bus stations close to South Lakeland:

  • Tanpits Lane
  • Glebe Close
  • The Square

Public transport stations close to Formby, North West

Formby is located at Formby, North West and the nearest public transport station is Langdale Avenue.

Bus stations close to Formby:

  • Langdale Avenue
  • Formby Station (Stop A)
  • Kings Close

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from South Lakeland to Formby?

    The fastest way takes 334 minutes, using Bus line 555, Bus line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, Bus line MERSEYRAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between South Lakeland and Formby in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 34 min.

  • Which bus line goes from South Lakeland to Formby in North West?

    The 555 bus line goes from Lancaster City Centre station near South Lakeland to Lancaster station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Lancaster station near Formby in North West

  • How long does it take to travel from South Lakeland to Formby in North West by bus and train?

    The total travel time between South Lakeland and Formby in North West by bus and train is about 5 hr 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near South Lakeland to get to Formby in North West?

    Get on the 555 bus from the Lancaster City Centre stop near South Lakeland in North West.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between South Lakeland and Formby in North West?

    Get off the bus at the Lancaster station, which is closest to Formby in North West.