What is the cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Skelmersdale?

The cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Skelmersdale is to bus and line 310 bus which costs £3 - £7 and takes 3h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Skelmersdale?

The fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Ellesmere Port and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Ellesmere Port to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange and arriving at Concourse via Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Ellesmere Port to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Ellesmere Port and Skelmersdale is 30 miles. The road distance is 28.5 miles.

How do I travel from Ellesmere Port to Skelmersdale without a car?

The best way to get from Ellesmere Port to Skelmersdale without a car is to train and line 319 bus which takes 1h 42m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ellesmere Port to Skelmersdale?

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Ellesmere Port to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere Port to Skelmersdale bus from?

Ellesmere Port to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange station.

Where does the Ellesmere Port to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Ellesmere Port to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Queen Square station.

Can I drive from Ellesmere Port to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellesmere Port to Skelmersdale is 29 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Ellesmere Port to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2788+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

Ellesmere Port to Skelmersdale - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 319 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Ellesmere Port to Skelmersdale by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 319 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ellesmere Port to Moorfieldstrain
2. Take the train from Moorfields to Tower Hill, Headbolt Lanetrain
3. Take the bus from Headbolt Lane Interchange to Concoursebus 319
1h 42m
Bus, line 310 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Queen Squarebus 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Concoursebus 310
3h 4m
£4–7
Drive 28.3 mi
1. Drive from Ellesmere Port to Skelmersdalecar 28.3 mi
44 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ellesmere Port to Skelmersdaletaxi 28.3 mi
44 min
£60–75

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Distance: 30.1 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between Ellesmere Port, England and Skelmersdale, England?

You can take a bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Concourse via Queen Square and Queen Square Bus Station in around 3h 4m.

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