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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Skelmersdale is to line 575 bus and line 375 bus which costs £2 - £5 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Skelmersdale is to taxi which takes 34 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Ruth Street and arriving at Concourse via Wigan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Bolton to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Bolton and Skelmersdale is 22 miles. The road distance is 18.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Skelmersdale without a car is to train and line 312 bus which takes 1h 19m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Bolton to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Skelmersdale bus from?

Bolton to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Ruth Street station.

Where does the Bolton to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Bolton to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Wigan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Skelmersdale is 19 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Bolton to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2787+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

Bolton to Skelmersdale - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 312 bus

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

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Train, line 312 bus
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Parboldtrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
2. Take the bus from Shops to Hallcroftbus 312
1h 19m
Line 575 bus, line 375 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ruth Street to Wigan Bus Stationbus 575
2. Take the bus from Wigan Bus Station to Concoursebus 375 / ...
1h 53m
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bolton to Skelmersdaletaxi 18.6 mi
34 min
£40–50
Drive 18.6 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Skelmersdalecar 18.6 mi
34 min
£5–7

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Distance: 21.5 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Ruth Street to Concourse via Wigan Bus Station in around 1h 53m.

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