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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Skelmersdale is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Mount Street and arriving at Concourse via Alton Towers, Central Station and Wigan Rail Stations. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Derby to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Derby and Skelmersdale is 96 miles. The road distance is 86.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Skelmersdale without a car is to train and line 375 bus which takes 3h 21m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Derby to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Skelmersdale bus from?

Derby to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Albatross Coaches, depart from Mount Street station.

Where does the Derby to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Derby to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Albatross Coaches, arrive at Alton Towers Entrance station.

Can I drive from Derby to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Skelmersdale is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Derby to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2792+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

Derby to Skelmersdale - 4 ways to travel via train, line 375 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 375 bus
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain
3. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Concoursebus 375 / ...
3h 21m
£39–62
Drive 86.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Derby to Skelmersdalecar 86.4 mi
1h 32m
£22–31
Bus, line 360 bus
1. Take the bus from Mount Street to Alton Towers Entrancebus X80
2. Take the bus from Alton Towers to Warringtonbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Wallgatebus 360
5h 44m
Bus, train, line 311 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Interchangebus Tp
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Market Placebus Tp
3. Take the bus from Market Place to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 199
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chorleytrain
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Concoursebus 311
7h 13m

Derby to Skelmersdale by train and bus

106Weekly Services

3h 21mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 95.5 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Mount Street to Concourse via Alton Towers, Central Station, Wallgate, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 5h 44m.

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