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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Skelmersdale is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Wigan North Western via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Cardiff and Skelmersdale is 184 miles. The road distance is 175.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Skelmersdale without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Cardiff to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Skelmersdale train from?

Cardiff to Skelmersdale train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to Skelmersdale train arrive?

Cardiff to Skelmersdale train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Skelmersdale is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Cardiff to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2757+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

Cardiff to Skelmersdale - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 310 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Skelmersdale by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 34m
£68–112
Drive 174.5 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to Skelmersdalecar 174.5 mi
3h 50m
£43–63
Train, bus, line 310 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chestertrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Queen Squarebus 1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Concoursebus 310
7h
£61–102
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BRS - LPL
7h 12m
£70–176

Cardiff to Skelmersdale by train and bus

135Weekly Services

4h 34mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 183.1 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Skelmersdale, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Concourse via Crewe, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 4h 34m.

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