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

The cheapest way to get from Northwich to Skelmersdale is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Northwich to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Northwich and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Northwich to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Northwich Bus Interchange and arriving at Concourse via Wigan Rail Stations. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Northwich and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct train from Northwich to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Greenbank and arriving at Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane via Chester and Moorfields. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Northwich to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Northwich and Skelmersdale is 37 miles. The road distance is 31.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Northwich to Skelmersdale without a car is to line 9 bus and line 375 bus which takes 2h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Northwich to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northwich to Skelmersdale bus from?

Northwich to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Warrington's Own Buses, depart from Northwich Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Northwich to Skelmersdale train from?

Northwich to Skelmersdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Greenbank station.

Train or bus from Northwich to Skelmersdale?

The best way to get from Northwich to Skelmersdale is to line 9 bus and line 375 bus which takes 2h 25m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £19 - £45 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Northwich to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Northwich to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Warrington's Own Buses, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay Station.

Where does the Northwich to Skelmersdale train arrive?

Northwich to Skelmersdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Chester station.

Can I drive from Northwich to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Northwich to Skelmersdale is 31 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Northwich to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2786+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

Northwich to Skelmersdale - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 9 bus

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

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Line 9 bus, line 375 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Northwich Bus Interchange to Warrington Bank Quay Stationbus 9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Concoursebus 375 / ...
2h 25m
Drive 31 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Northwich to Skelmersdalecar 31 mi
37 min
£8–11
Train
1. Take the train from Greenbank to Chestertrain Manchester Piccadilly - Chester / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to Moorfieldstrain Chester - Chester / ...
2h 31m
£19–41
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Northwich to Skelmersdaletaxi 31 mi
37 min
£65–80

Northwich to Skelmersdale by train and bus

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Distance: 36.8 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Northwich Bus Interchange to Concourse via Warrington Bank Quay Station, Warrington Bank Quay, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Greenbank to Concourse via Chester, Moorfields, Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane, and Headbolt Lane Interchange in around 2h 31m.

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