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How to get fromPenrith to Skelmersdaleby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Penrith to Skelmersdale by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, line 375 bus

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    1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Wigan North Westerntrain train Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
    2. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Concoursebus bus 375 / ...
    2h 1m
    £32–56

  2. Drive 88.9 mi

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    1. Drive from Penrith to Skelmersdalecar car 88.9 mi
    1h 32m
    £22–32

  3. Train, line 607 bus, line 375 bus

    1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Boltontrain train
    2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Wallgatebus bus 607
    3. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Concoursebus bus 375 / ...
    3h 24m
    £36–61

Penrith to Skelmersdale by train and bus

Calendar128Weekly Services
Duration2h 1mAverage Duration
Ticket£32Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 96.2 mi
  • Duration: 2h 1m

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

There is no direct connection from Penrith to Skelmersdale. However, you can take the train to Wigan North Western, walk to Wigan Rail Stations, then take the line 375 bus to Concourse. Alternatively, you can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Concourse via Bolton, Bolton Interchange, Wallgate, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 3h 24m.

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