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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundee to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Dundee Slessor Gardens and arriving at Concourse via Buchanan Bus Station, Queen Square Bus Station and Kirkby Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Dundee and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct train from Dundee to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Dundee and arriving at Wigan North Western via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Dundee to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Dundee and Skelmersdale is 272 miles. The road distance is 256.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundee to Skelmersdale without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 6h and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Dundee to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Skelmersdale bus from?

Dundee to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Dundee Slessor Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Skelmersdale train from?

Dundee to Skelmersdale train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dundee station.

Train or bus from Dundee to Skelmersdale?

The best way to get from Dundee to Skelmersdale is to train via Edinburgh which takes 6h and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 9h 9m.

Where does the Dundee to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Dundee to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Stn station.

Where does the Dundee to Skelmersdale train arrive?

Dundee to Skelmersdale train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Dundee to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Skelmersdale is 256 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Dundee to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2768+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

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

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

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Dundee to Haymarkettrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Wigan North Westerntrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
6h
£85–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to Buchanan Bus Stnbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 802
9h 9m
£47–77
Drive 254.6 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Skelmersdalecar 254.6 mi
4h 27m
£63–91
Train, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Gatewaytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
6h 58m
£95–233
Train
1. Take the train from Dundee to Prestontrain Inverness - London Euston
6h 55m
£60–82
Train, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Gatewaytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
8h 11m
£92–206
Train, fly to Birmingham Airport
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Gatewaytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Wigan North Westerntrain
7h 39m
£89–201

Dundee to Skelmersdale by train and bus

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Distance: 270.3 mi
Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Dundee, Scotland and Skelmersdale, England?

You can take a train from Dundee to Concourse via Haymarket, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 6h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to Concourse via Buchanan Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, Queen Square Bus Station, and Kirkby Bus Station in around 9h 9m.

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