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

The cheapest way to get from Skelmersdale to Cardiff is to bus which costs £40 - £95 and takes 7h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skelmersdale to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Skelmersdale and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Skelmersdale to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Concourse and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Wigan Wallgate Rail Station, Market Street and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Skelmersdale and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Skelmersdale to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Wigan North Western and arriving at Cardiff Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Skelmersdale to Cardiff?

The distance between Skelmersdale and Cardiff is 184 miles. The road distance is 175.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skelmersdale to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Skelmersdale to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skelmersdale to Cardiff bus from?

Skelmersdale to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Skelmersdale to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Skelmersdale to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Skelmersdale to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 7h 59m.

Where does the Skelmersdale to Cardiff bus arrive?

Skelmersdale to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Skelmersdale to Cardiff train arrive?

Skelmersdale to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Skelmersdale to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Skelmersdale to Cardiff is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Skelmersdale to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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There are 5 ways to get from Skelmersdale to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 8m
£69–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
7h 59m
£41–92
Drive 174.6 mi
1. Drive from Skelmersdale to Cardiffcar 174.6 mi
3h 51m
£43–62
Fly, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LPL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 50m
£73–171
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Birmingham New Streettrain Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 18m
£94–181

Skelmersdale to Cardiff by bus and train

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Distance: 182.8 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Skelmersdale, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a bus from Concourse to Cardiff Central via Wigan Rail Stations, Wigan North Western, and Crewe in around 5h 8m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardens 5 times a week. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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