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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Skelmersdale is to bus which costs £20 - £40 and takes 5h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Concourse via Wigan Rail Stations. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Leicester to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Leicester and Skelmersdale is 125 miles. The road distance is 109.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Skelmersdale without a car is to train and line 375 bus via Crewe which takes 3h 59m and costs £35 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Leicester to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Skelmersdale bus from?

Leicester to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Leicester to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Leicester to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Skelmersdale is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Leicester to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2786+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

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

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

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Train, line 375 bus via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Nuneaton to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain
3. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Concoursebus 375 / ...
3h 59m
£35–89
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk079
5h 41m
£21–37
Drive 108.5 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Skelmersdalecar 108.5 mi
2h 7m
£27–38
Train, line 375 bus
1. Take the train from Leicester 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
£53–88
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
6h 54m
£31–73

Leicester to Skelmersdale by train and bus

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3h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 124.1 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 3 times a day. Tickets cost £12–22 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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