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

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Skelmersdale is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackburn to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Blackburn and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackburn station to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Concourse via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Blackburn and arriving at Parbold via Bolton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Blackburn to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Blackburn and Skelmersdale is 37 miles. The road distance is 24.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackburn to Skelmersdale without a car is to train and line 375 bus which takes 1h 46m and costs £10 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Blackburn to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Skelmersdale bus from?

Blackburn to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Skelmersdale train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackburn to Skelmersdale?

The best way to get from Blackburn to Skelmersdale is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £11 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus and line 311 bus, which costs and takes 2h 16m.

Where does the Blackburn to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Blackburn to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Railway Station.

Where does the Blackburn to Skelmersdale train arrive?

Blackburn to Skelmersdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bolton station.

Can I drive from Blackburn to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn to Skelmersdale is 25 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Blackburn to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2781+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

Blackburn to Skelmersdale - 5 ways to travel via train, line 375 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Blackburn to Skelmersdale by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 375 bus
best
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Prestontrain Colne - Preston / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Concoursebus 375 / ...
1h 46m
£11–22
Drive 24.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackburn to Skelmersdalecar 24.5 mi
34 min
£6–9
Train
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Boltontrain Clitheroe - Rochdale / ...
2. Take the train from Bolton to Parboldtrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
2h 16m
£11–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackburn to Skelmersdaletaxi 24.5 mi
34 min
£50–65
Bus, line 311 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 2
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Concoursebus 311
2h 16m

Blackburn to Skelmersdale by train and bus

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Distance: 36.4 mi
Duration: 1h 46m

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

You can take a train from Blackburn to Hallcroft via Bolton, Parbold, and Shops in around 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Concourse via Bus Station in around 2h 16m.

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