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

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Skelmersdale is to train which costs £60 - £85 and takes 6h 27m.

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 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 5h 48m.

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 5h 48m and costs £90 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Dundee to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Skelmersdale train from?

Dundee to Skelmersdale train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dundee 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 2779+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Dundee to Skelmersdale by train, car, bus, 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 / ...
5h 48m
£90–150
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dundee to Prestontrain Inverness - London Euston
6h 27m
£61–83
Drive 254.6 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Skelmersdalecar 254.6 mi
4h 27m
£64–92
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the bus from Malmaison to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
6h 40m
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the bus from Malmaison to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
7h 41m
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Malmaison to Terminalbus
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 20m
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train, line 312 bus
1. Take the train from Dundee to Aberdeentrain
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
3. Take the train from Bolton to Parboldtrain
4. Take the bus from Shops to Hallcroftbus
7h 15m

Dundee to Skelmersdale by train and bus

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Distance: 270.3 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

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 5h 48m.

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