London to Formby bus

Sun 21 Dec
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Formby

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£12

Average price

£12

Fastest journey

6 h 10 m

Average duration

6 h 10 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

302 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Formby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Formby will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave London for Formby every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 302 km distance in an average of 6 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

FlixBus
07:006h10
London
13:10Formby
£121One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for London to Formby

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Formby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £161.

Distance: 302 km

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£14

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Cheapest

£58

Average Price

£166

Average Price

6h 5m

Average total duration

5h 35m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 43m

Average total duration

3h 13m

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30m

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4h 3m

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1h 3m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

London to Formby bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Formby coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 09:23
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus12:40 London
5h45
18:25 Formby0 changesdirect
Sunday 21 December
meinfernbus_flixbus07:00 London
6h10
13:10 Formby0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Formby

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Buses from London to Formby run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.

There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 302 km distance in 5h 30m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
302 km
Average bus duration
5h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
5h 30m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

FAQs: London to Formby coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Formby by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Formby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London to Formby can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Formby is £15; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London to Formby coach travel time is 4 h 50 min   for the 187 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London to Formby leaves at 00: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London to Formby leaves at 22: 55.
A trip to Formby from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 50 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from London to Formby by coach is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Formby including taking a train, coach or flight.
No, the coach from London to Formby has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London to Formby.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London to Formby.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London to Formby, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Formby.
    No, luggage for the coach from London to Formby needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London to Formby.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to Formby.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London to Formby.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London to Formby.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in London and Formby

    London
    Formby
    London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    information
    London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    2 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Buckingham Palace Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Pret a Manger (in the station)
    • Starbucks (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
    • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 00:00-23:59
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Bath Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Pret a Manger (in the station)
    • Caffè Nero (in the station)
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Ramps, assistance
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    • Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly

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