How to get from Skelmersdale to Formby by bus and train?

From Skelmersdale to Formby by bus and train

To get from Skelmersdale to Formby in North West, take the 385 bus from Old Skelmersdale War Memorial station to Princes Street station. Next, take the MERSEYRAIL train from Southport station to Formby station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The bus and train schedule from Skelmersdale may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Formby on the Moovit app.

79min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 385385
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Walk to Formby
Leaves from Old Skelmersdale War Memorial

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Old Skelmersdale War Memorial
    150 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 385385
    Wait for bus
    385
    Wellington Street
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Princes Street
    49 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southport
    250 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Liverpool Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Formby
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to Formby
    Walk to
    Formby
    140 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Skelmersdale to Formby

The distance between Skelmersdale, North West and Formby, North West is approximately 32.05 km, which can typically be travelled in 79 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Skelmersdale 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.

Bus And Train timetable from Skelmersdale to Formby

To check the bus and train timetable from Skelmersdale to Formby using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Skelmersdale) and destination (Formby), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Skelmersdale to Formby?

    The fastest way takes 79 minutes, using Bus line 385, Train line MERSEYRAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Skelmersdale and Formby?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 19 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Skelmersdale to Formby?

    The 385 bus line goes from Old Skelmersdale War Memorial station near Skelmersdale in Skelmersdale to Princes Street station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Princes Street station near Formby in North West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Skelmersdale to Formby by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Skelmersdale in Skelmersdale and Formby in North West by bus and train is about 1 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Skelmersdale to get to Formby?

    Get on the 385 bus from the Old Skelmersdale War Memorial stop near Skelmersdale in Skelmersdale.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Skelmersdale and Formby?

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

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