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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Skelmersdale is to line 61 bus and bus which costs £7 - £9 and takes 3h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Street and arriving at Concourse via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Blackpool and Skelmersdale is 42 miles. The road distance is 33.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Skelmersdale without a car is to train and line 375 bus which takes 1h 48m and costs £11 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Blackpool to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Skelmersdale bus from?

Blackpool to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Buchanan Street station.

Where does the Blackpool to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Blackpool to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Skelmersdale is 34 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Blackpool to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2769+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

Blackpool to Skelmersdale - 4 ways to travel via train, line 375 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Blackpool to Skelmersdale by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 375 bus
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Wigan North Westerntrain Blackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Concoursebus 375 / ...
1h 48m
£12–22
Line 61 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Street to Bus Stationbus 61
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 2A
3h 47m
£7–9
Drive 33.7 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Skelmersdalecar 33.7 mi
53 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackpool to Skelmersdaletaxi 33.7 mi
53 min
£150–180

Blackpool to Skelmersdale by train and bus

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1h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 41.9 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Buchanan Street to Concourse via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 3h 47m.

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