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

The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Skelmersdale is to line 471 bus and line 607 bus and line 375 bus which costs £4 - £7 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochdale to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Rochdale and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochdale to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Rochdale Interchange and arriving at Concourse via Bolton Interchange and Wigan Rail Stations. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Rochdale and arriving at Parbold via Salford Crescent. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Rochdale to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Rochdale and Skelmersdale is 38 miles. The road distance is 36.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochdale to Skelmersdale without a car is to train and line 375 bus which takes 1h 56m and costs £12 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Rochdale to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Skelmersdale bus from?

Rochdale to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Rochdale Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Rochdale to Skelmersdale train from?

Rochdale to Skelmersdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rochdale station.

Train or bus from Rochdale to Skelmersdale?

The best way to get from Rochdale to Skelmersdale is to line 471 bus and line 607 bus and line 375 bus which takes 3h 25m and costs £4 - £7. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £27 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Rochdale to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Rochdale to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Bolton Interchange station.

Where does the Rochdale to Skelmersdale train arrive?

Rochdale to Skelmersdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Salford Crescent station.

Can I drive from Rochdale to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochdale to Skelmersdale is 36 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Rochdale to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2780+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

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

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

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Train, line 375 bus
best
1. Take the train from Rochdale to Wigan Wallgatetrain Todmorden - Wigan Wallgate / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Concoursebus 375 / ...
1h 56m
£12–23
Line 471 bus, line 607 bus, line 375 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Bolton Interchangebus 471
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Wallgatebus 607
3. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Concoursebus 375 / ...
3h 25m
£5–7
Drive 35.8 mi
1. Drive from Rochdale to Skelmersdalecar 35.8 mi
42 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rochdale to Skelmersdaletaxi 35.8 mi
42 min
£75–90
Train
1. Take the train from Rochdale to Salford Crescenttrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
2. Take the train from Salford Crescent to Parboldtrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
2h 24m
£15–27

Rochdale to Skelmersdale by train and bus

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Distance: 37.5 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Rochdale Interchange to Concourse via Bolton Interchange, Wallgate, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rochdale to Hallcroft via Salford Crescent, Parbold, and Shops in around 2h 24m.

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