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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Skelmersdale is to bus which costs £23 - £45 and takes 7h 19m.

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 bus between Cardiff and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Concourse via Birmingham - Jennens Road and Wigan Rail Stations. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

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 42m.

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 42m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Cardiff to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Skelmersdale bus from?

Cardiff to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

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.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Skelmersdale?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Skelmersdale is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Cardiff to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Cardiff to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road 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 2758+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

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There are 5 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 42m
£68–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk084
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Warrington Interchangebus Uk021
7h 19m
£24–41
Drive 174.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Skelmersdalecar 174.5 mi
3h 50m
£43–62
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 22m
£75–185
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street
5h 44m
£95–176

Cardiff to Skelmersdale by train and bus

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Distance: 183.1 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff North Road to Concourse via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Warrington Interchange, Warrington Bank Quay, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 7h 19m.

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