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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Skelmersdale Station is to bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 28m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Skelmersdale Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Skelmersdale Station. However, there are services departing from Wigan Rail Stations and arriving at Old Skelmersdale War Memorial via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Preston to Skelmersdale Station?

The distance between Preston and Skelmersdale Station is 19 miles. The road distance is 20 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Skelmersdale Station without a car is to train and line 375 bus which takes 49 min and costs £7 - £14.

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

It takes approximately 49 min to get from Preston to Skelmersdale Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Skelmersdale Station bus from?

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

Where does the Preston to Skelmersdale Station bus arrive?

Preston to Skelmersdale Station bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Old Skelmersdale War Memorial station.

Can I drive from Preston to Skelmersdale Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Skelmersdale Station is 20 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Preston to Skelmersdale Station.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale Station?

There are 2781+ hotels available in Skelmersdale Station.

Preston to Skelmersdale Station - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 375 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Preston to Skelmersdale Station by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 375 bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Ormskirktrain Preston - Ormskirk
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Old Skelmersdale War Memorialbus 385 / ...
49 min
£7–14
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 2A
1h 28m
£4–6
Line 375 bus
1. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Old Skelmersdale War Memorialbus 385 / ...
1h 24m
£6–14
Drive 19.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Skelmersdale Stationcar 19.9 mi
31 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Skelmersdale Stationtaxi 19.9 mi
31 min
£45–60
Line 110 bus, line 375 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wigan Bus Stationbus 110
2. Take the bus from Wigan Bus Station to Old Skelmersdale War Memorialbus 385 / ...
2h 41m

Preston to Skelmersdale Station by train and bus

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Distance: 19 mi
Duration: 49 min

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

Arriva UK operates a bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Old Skelmersdale War Memorial every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 1h 4m.

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