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

The cheapest way to get from Scarborough to Skelmersdale is to bus which costs £16 - £30 and takes 7h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scarborough to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Scarborough and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Scarborough station to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at Concourse via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, St Peter's Square, Leigh Bus Station and Wigan Rail Stations. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Scarborough and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct train from Scarborough to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Scarborough and arriving at Wigan Wallgate via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Scarborough to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Scarborough and Skelmersdale is 137 miles. The road distance is 131.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scarborough to Skelmersdale without a car is to train via Wigan Wallgate which takes 4h 11m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Scarborough to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scarborough to Skelmersdale bus from?

Scarborough to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Scarborough to Skelmersdale train from?

Scarborough to Skelmersdale train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scarborough station.

Train or bus from Scarborough to Skelmersdale?

The best way to get from Scarborough to Skelmersdale is to train via Wigan Wallgate which takes 4h 11m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £30 and takes 7h 21m.

Where does the Scarborough to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Scarborough to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, arrive at Leeds Bus Station Entrance.

Where does the Scarborough to Skelmersdale train arrive?

Scarborough to Skelmersdale train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Scarborough to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Scarborough to Skelmersdale is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Scarborough to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

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Train via Wigan Wallgate
best
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Manchester Victoriatrain Scarborough - Manchester Victoria / ...
4h 11m
£47–82
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Leeds Bus Station Entrancebus 843
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
7h 21m
£16–30
Drive 130.7 mi
1. Drive from Scarborough to Skelmersdalecar 130.7 mi
2h 29m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Manchester Victoriatrain Scarborough - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Parboldtrain Stalybridge - Southport / ...
4h 44m
£49–85
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Leedstrain Scarborough - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Wigan Wallgatetrain Leeds - Wigan Wallgate
5h 32m
£52–94

Scarborough to Skelmersdale by train and bus

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Distance: 136.1 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Scarborough to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station to Concourse via Leeds Bus Station Entrance, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, St Peter's Square, Leigh Bus Station, Wallgate, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 7h 21m.

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