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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Skelmersdale is to bus which costs £45 - £80 and takes 9h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 4h 28m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Concourse via Heathrow Terminal 5, Queen Square Bus Station and Kirkby Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Wigan North Western via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Brighton to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Brighton and Skelmersdale is 257 miles. The road distance is 261.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Skelmersdale without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £90 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Brighton to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Skelmersdale bus from?

Brighton to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Skelmersdale train from?

Brighton to Skelmersdale train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train, bus or fly from Brighton to Skelmersdale?

The best way to get from Brighton to Skelmersdale is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £90 - £150. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £80 - £190 and takes 6h 37m, you could also bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 9h 23m.

Where does the Brighton to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Brighton to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Brighton to Skelmersdale train arrive?

Brighton to Skelmersdale train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Skelmersdale is 261 miles. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Brighton to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2779+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

Brighton to Skelmersdale - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Brighton to Skelmersdale by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 46m
£95–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 802
9h 23m
£47–79
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Victoriatrain Brighton - London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023 / ...
8h 45m
£51–95
Drive 259.8 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Skelmersdalecar 259.8 mi
4h 28m
£65–93
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LGW - LPL
6h 37m
£80–182
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train, line 312 bus
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Bolton to Parboldtrain
4. Take the bus from Shops to Hallcroftbus
6h 32m
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
7h 23m
£77–215

Brighton to Skelmersdale by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 256 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Concourse via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 4h 46m. Alternatively, Ryanair and easyJet fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL) 3 times a day.

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