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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Skelmersdale is to bus which costs £23 - £55 and takes 6h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Concourse via Bus Station and Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Scotland to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Scotland and Skelmersdale is 216 miles. The road distance is 202.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Skelmersdale without a car is to train and line 375 bus which takes 3h 30m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Scotland to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Skelmersdale bus from?

Scotland to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Scotland to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Scotland to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Skelmersdale is 203 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Scotland to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2769+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Scotland to Skelmersdale by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, line 375 bus
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Wigan North Westerntrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Concoursebus 375 / ...
3h 30m
£62–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk030
6h 19m
£24–51
Drive 201.6 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Skelmersdalecar 201.6 mi
3h 25m
£51–73
Fly from Aberdeen Airport, train, line 312 bus
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Bolton to Parboldtrain
3. Take the bus from Shops to Hallcroftbus
5h 5m
Train, line 607 bus
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Boltontrain Glasgow Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Wigan Bus Stationbus 607 / ...
5h 7m
£65–106
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly, train, line 312 bus
1. Take the train from Inverness to Inverness Airporttrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
3. Take the train from Bolton to Parboldtrain
4. Take the bus from Shops to Hallcroftbus
5h 21m

Scotland to Skelmersdale by train and bus

170Weekly Services

3h 30mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 214.9 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Scotland and Skelmersdale, England?

FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 3h 50m. National Express also services this route twice daily.

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