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

The cheapest way to get from Bradford to Skelmersdale is to bus and line 375 bus which costs £12 - £24 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bradford to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Bradford and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Bradford to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Nelson Street N2 and arriving at Concourse via St Peter's Square, Leigh Bus Station and Wigan Rail Stations. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Bradford and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct train from Bradford to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Bradford Interchange and arriving at Parbold via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Bradford to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Bradford and Skelmersdale is 67 miles. The road distance is 60.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bradford to Skelmersdale without a car is to train and line 375 bus which takes 3h 5m and costs £23 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Bradford to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bradford to Skelmersdale bus from?

Bradford to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Nelson Street N2 station.

Where do I catch the Bradford to Skelmersdale train from?

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

Train or bus from Bradford to Skelmersdale?

The best way to get from Bradford to Skelmersdale is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £25 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 375 bus, which costs £12 - £24 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the Bradford to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Bradford to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Bradford to Skelmersdale train arrive?

Bradford to Skelmersdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Bradford to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Bradford to Skelmersdale is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Bradford to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2787+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

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

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

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Train, line 375 bus
best
1. Take the train from Todmorden to Wigan Wallgatetrain Todmorden - Wigan Wallgate / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Concoursebus 375 / ...
3h 5m
£23–44
Bus, line 375 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nelson Street N2 to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
2. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Leigh Bus Stationbus V1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Concoursebus 375 / ...
3h 56m
£12–24
Train, bus, line 311 bus
1. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Blackburntrain
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Concoursebus 311
3h 26m
Drive 60 mi
1. Drive from Bradford to Skelmersdalecar 60 mi
1h 7m
£15–21
Train
1. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Manchester Victoriatrain Leeds - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Parboldtrain Stalybridge - Southport / ...
3h 22m
£26–47

Bradford to Skelmersdale by train and bus

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Distance: 66.9 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

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

You can take a train from Bradford Interchange to Hallcroft via Manchester Victoria, Parbold, and Shops in around 3h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nelson Street N2 to Concourse via Manchester Central Coach Station, St Peter's Square, Leigh Bus Station, Wallgate, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 3h 56m.

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