What is the cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Skelmersdale?

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Skelmersdale is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnsley to Skelmersdale?

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane via Huddersfield and Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Barnsley and Skelmersdale is 96 miles. The road distance is 63.7 miles.

How do I travel from Barnsley to Skelmersdale without a car?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Skelmersdale without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Barnsley to Skelmersdale?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Barnsley to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Skelmersdale bus from?

Barnsley to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Skelmersdale train from?

Barnsley to Skelmersdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Barnsley station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Skelmersdale?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Skelmersdale is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 132 bus, which costs £19 - £40 and takes 6h.

Where does the Barnsley to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Barnsley to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Barnsley to Skelmersdale train arrive?

Barnsley to Skelmersdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Huddersfield station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Skelmersdale is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Barnsley to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2790+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

Barnsley to Skelmersdale - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Concourse via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Charlotte Street, The Trafford Centre Bus Station and Wigan Rail Stations. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

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There are 6 ways to get from Barnsley to Skelmersdale by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Huddersfieldtrain Sheffield - Huddersfield / ...
2. Take the train from Huddersfield to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 40m
£32–60
Drive 63.4 mi
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1. Drive from Barnsley to Skelmersdalecar 63.4 mi
1h 28m
£16–23
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A13 to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 59 / ...
2. Take the train from Dewsbury to Wigan Wallgatetrain Leeds - Wigan Wallgate
5h 34m
£29–55
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Parboldtrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport
4h 27m
£31–65
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leedstrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Wigan Wallgatetrain Leeds - Wigan Wallgate
5h 6m
£38–73
Bus, line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Leeds City Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Trafford Centre Bus Station to Wallgatebus 132
6h
£19–38

Barnsley to Skelmersdale by train, foot, and bus

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3h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 95.7 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Barnsley, England and Skelmersdale, England?

You can take a train from Barnsley to Concourse via Huddersfield, Liverpool Lime Street, Liverpool Central, Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane, and Headbolt Lane Interchange in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street to Concourse via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Leeds City Bus Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, The Trafford Centre Bus Station, Wallgate, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 6h.

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