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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Skelmersdale is to bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 6h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Concourse via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway, Central Station and Wigan Rail Stations. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Gloucester and Skelmersdale is 150 miles. The road distance is 142.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Skelmersdale without a car is to train and line 375 bus which takes 4h 13m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Gloucester to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Skelmersdale bus from?

Gloucester to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gloucester station.

Where does the Gloucester to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Gloucester to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Can I drive from Gloucester to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Skelmersdale is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Gloucester to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2790+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

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

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

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Train, line 375 bus
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Westerntrain
3. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Concoursebus 375 / ...
4h 13m
£59–97
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gloucester to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk077
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Warrington Interchangebus Uk021
6h 31m
£18–33
Drive 141.5 mi
1. Drive from Gloucester to Skelmersdalecar 141.5 mi
2h 22m
£35–50
Train, line 310 bus
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Worcester Shrub Hilltrain
2. Take the train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Smethwick Galton Bridge High Leveltrain
3. Take the train from Smethwick Galton Bridge to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
4. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Concoursebus 310
6h 31m
£50–122

Gloucester to Skelmersdale by train and bus

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4h 13mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 148.9 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Gloucester to Concourse via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway, Warrington Interchange, Central Station, Wallgate, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 6h 31m.

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