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

The cheapest way to get from Prescot to Skelmersdale is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Prescot to Skelmersdale is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £25 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Prescot and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Prescot to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Houghton Street and arriving at Concourse via Huyton Bus Station and Kirkby Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Prescot to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Prescot and Skelmersdale is 22 miles. The road distance is 10.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prescot to Skelmersdale without a car is to train and line 375 bus which takes 1h 31m and costs £5 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Prescot to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prescot to Skelmersdale bus from?

Prescot to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Huyton Bus Station.

Where does the Prescot to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Prescot to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Kirkby Bus Station.

Can I drive from Prescot to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Prescot to Skelmersdale is 11 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Prescot to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2785+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

Prescot to Skelmersdale - 4 ways to travel via train, line 375 bus, and taxi

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

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Train, line 375 bus
best
1. Take the train from Prescot to Wigan North Westerntrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Concoursebus 375 / ...
1h 31m
£6–12
Drive 10.7 mi
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1. Drive from Prescot to Skelmersdalecar 10.7 mi
17 min
£3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prescot to Skelmersdaletaxi 10.7 mi
17 min
£25–30
Line 217 bus, line 319 bus
1. Take the bus from Huyton Bus Station to Kirkby Bus Stationbus 217
2. Take the bus from Kirkby Bus Station to Concoursebus 319
2h 15m

Prescot to Skelmersdale by train and bus

218Weekly Services

1h 31mAverage Duration

£6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 21.6 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Houghton Street to Concourse via Huyton Bus Station and Kirkby Bus Station in around 2h 15m.

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