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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Skelmersdale is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Wigan Rail Stations and arriving at Concourse via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Preston to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Preston and Skelmersdale is 25 miles. The road distance is 19.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Skelmersdale without a car is to line 375 bus which takes 1h 5m and costs £6 - £14.

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

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Preston to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Skelmersdale bus from?

Preston to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Wigan Rail Stations.

Where does the Preston to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Preston to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Concourse station.

Can I drive from Preston to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Skelmersdale is 19 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Preston to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2792+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

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

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

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Line 375 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Concoursebus 375 / ...
1h 5m
£6–14
Drive 19 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Skelmersdalecar 19 mi
31 min
£5–7
Train, line 312 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Wigan North Westerntrain
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Parboldtrain
3. Take the bus from Shops to Hallcroftbus 312
1h 34m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Skelmersdaletaxi 19 mi
31 min
£45–55
Line 109 bus, line 311 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 109 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Concoursebus 311
2h 30m

Preston to Skelmersdale by train and bus

370Weekly Services

1h 5mAverage Duration

£6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 24.5 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

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

Arriva UK operates a bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Concourse every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 45 min.

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