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

The cheapest way to get from Harrogate to Skelmersdale is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harrogate to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Harrogate and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Harrogate to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Library Gardens and arriving at Concourse via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, St Peter's Square, Leigh Bus Station and Wigan Rail Stations. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Harrogate and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct train from Harrogate to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Harrogate and arriving at Wigan Wallgate via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Harrogate to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Harrogate and Skelmersdale is 115 miles. The road distance is 73.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harrogate to Skelmersdale without a car is to train and line 319 bus which takes 4h 27m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Harrogate to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harrogate to Skelmersdale bus from?

Harrogate to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Transdev Harrogate, depart from Library Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Harrogate to Skelmersdale train from?

Harrogate to Skelmersdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Harrogate to Skelmersdale?

The best way to get from Harrogate to Skelmersdale is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £28 - £55. Alternatively, you can line 36 bus and bus and line 609 bus and line 375 bus, which costs and takes 6h.

Where does the Harrogate to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Harrogate to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Transdev Harrogate, arrive at Leeds Bus Station Entrance.

Where does the Harrogate to Skelmersdale train arrive?

Harrogate to Skelmersdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan Wallgate station.

Can I drive from Harrogate to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Harrogate to Skelmersdale is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Harrogate to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2750+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

Harrogate to Skelmersdale - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 319 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Harrogate to Skelmersdale by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 319 bus
best
1. Take the train from Harrogate to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Tower Hill, Headbolt Lanetrain
4. Take the bus from Headbolt Lane Interchange to Concoursebus 319
4h 27m
Drive 73.4 mi
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1. Drive from Harrogate to Skelmersdalecar 73.4 mi
1h 29m
£19–27
Line 36 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Library Gardens to Leeds Bus Station Entrancebus 36
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgatetrain
4h 57m
Train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Wigan Wallgatetrain Leeds - Wigan Wallgate
4h 59m
£29–54
Line 36 bus, bus, line 609 bus, line 375 bus
1. Take the bus from Library Gardens to Leeds Bus Station Entrancebus 36
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Leigh Bus Stationbus V1 / ...
4. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station to Wallgatebus 609
5. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Concoursebus 375 / ...
6h

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Distance: 114.4 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Wigan Wallgate hourly. Tickets cost £22–40 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Library Gardens to Concourse via Leeds Bus Station Entrance, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, St Peter's Square, Leigh Bus Station, Wallgate, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 6h.

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