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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Skelmersdale is to bus and line 375 bus which costs £13 - £27 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Leeds station to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and arriving at Concourse via St Peter's Square, Leigh Bus Station and Wigan Rail Stations. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Leeds and arriving at Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Leeds to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Leeds and Skelmersdale is 97 miles. The road distance is 65.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Skelmersdale without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Leeds to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Skelmersdale bus from?

Leeds to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Skelmersdale train from?

Leeds to Skelmersdale train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Leeds to Skelmersdale?

The best way to get from Leeds to Skelmersdale is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 375 bus, which costs £13 - £27 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Leeds to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Leeds to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Leeds to Skelmersdale train arrive?

Leeds to Skelmersdale train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Leeds to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Skelmersdale is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Leeds to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2792+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

Leeds to Skelmersdale - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 375 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 17m
£32–58
Bus, line 375 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Leigh Bus Stationbus V1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Concoursebus 375 / ...
3h 46m
£13–26
Drive 64.9 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Skelmersdalecar 64.9 mi
1h 10m
£16–23
Train, line 375 bus
1. Take the train from Leeds to Wigan Wallgatetrain Leeds - Wigan Wallgate
2. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Concoursebus 375 / ...
3h 17m
£28–51
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Parboldtrain Stalybridge - Southport / ...
3h 48m
£27–53

Leeds to Skelmersdale by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 96.5 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Leeds to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £28–50 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Concourse via Manchester Central Coach Station, St Peter's Square, Leigh Bus Station, Wallgate, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 3h 46m.

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