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

The cheapest way to get from Skelmersdale to Bristol is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 7h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skelmersdale to Bristol is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Skelmersdale and Bristol?

No, there is no direct bus from Skelmersdale to Bristol station. However, there are services departing from Concourse and arriving at Bristol Bus Station via Wigan Wallgate Rail Station, Market Street and Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Skelmersdale and Bristol?

No, there is no direct train from Skelmersdale to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Wigan North Western and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Skelmersdale to Bristol?

The distance between Skelmersdale and Bristol is 187 miles. The road distance is 177 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skelmersdale to Bristol without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Skelmersdale to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skelmersdale to Bristol bus from?

Skelmersdale to Bristol bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Skelmersdale to Bristol train from?

Skelmersdale to Bristol train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Train, bus or fly from Skelmersdale to Bristol?

The best way to get from Skelmersdale to Bristol is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 7h 34m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Skelmersdale to Bristol bus arrive?

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

Where does the Skelmersdale to Bristol train arrive?

Skelmersdale to Bristol train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Skelmersdale to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Skelmersdale to Bristol is 177 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Skelmersdale to Bristol.

Where can I stay near Bristol?

There are 2668+ hotels available in Bristol.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
5h 1m
£77–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
7h 34m
£26–42
Drive 176 mi
1. Drive from Skelmersdale to Bristolcar 176 mi
2h 53m
£43–62
Fly
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LPL - BRS
6h 1m
£53–137
Line 310 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Concourse to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 310
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
9h 13m
£41–98

Skelmersdale to Bristol by bus and train

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Distance: 186.2 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Concourse to Bristol Temple Meads via Wigan Rail Stations, Wigan North Western, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 1m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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