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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Skelmersdale is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Concourse via Heathrow Terminal 5, Queen Square Bus Station and Kirkby Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Wigan North Western via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Reading to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Reading and Skelmersdale is 196 miles. The road distance is 188 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Skelmersdale without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £75 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Reading to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Skelmersdale bus from?

Reading to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Skelmersdale train from?

Reading to Skelmersdale train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Skelmersdale?

The best way to get from Reading to Skelmersdale is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £95 and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the Reading to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Reading to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Skelmersdale train arrive?

Reading to Skelmersdale train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Skelmersdale is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Reading to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2754+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

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There are 7 ways to get from Reading to Skelmersdale by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 53m
£75–117
Drive 186.9 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Skelmersdalecar 186.9 mi
3h 30m
£47–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 802
8h 14m
£63–93
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train, line 312 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Bolton to Parboldtrain
4. Take the bus from Shops to Hallcroftbus
5h 17m
Train, line 310 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Worcester Foregate Streettrain
2. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Smethwick Galton Bridge High Leveltrain
3. Take the train from Smethwick Galton Bridge to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
4. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Concoursebus 310
7h 37m
£71–161
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train, line 312 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Bolton to Parboldtrain
4. Take the bus from Shops to Hallcroftbus
5h 14m
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
7h 5m
£122–513

Reading to Skelmersdale by train and bus

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Distance: 195.2 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Concourse via Birmingham New Street, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Concourse via Heathrow Terminal 5, Liverpool, Liverpool One, Queen Square Bus Station, and Kirkby Bus Station in around 8h 14m.

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