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

The cheapest way to get from Skelmersdale to Exeter is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 11h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skelmersdale to Exeter is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Skelmersdale and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Skelmersdale to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Concourse and arriving at Exeter via Wigan Wallgate Rail Station, Market Street, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Skelmersdale and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Skelmersdale to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Liverpool Lime Street and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Skelmersdale to Exeter?

The distance between Skelmersdale and Exeter is 272 miles. The road distance is 248.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skelmersdale to Exeter without a car is to train via Liverpool Central which takes 6h 36m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Skelmersdale to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skelmersdale to Exeter bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Skelmersdale to Exeter train from?

Skelmersdale to Exeter train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Skelmersdale to Exeter?

The best way to get from Skelmersdale to Exeter is to train via Liverpool Central which takes 6h 36m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 11h 5m.

Where does the Skelmersdale to Exeter bus arrive?

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

Where does the Skelmersdale to Exeter train arrive?

Skelmersdale to Exeter train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Skelmersdale to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Skelmersdale to Exeter is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Skelmersdale to Exeter.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1506+ hotels available in Exeter.

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Train via Liverpool Central
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham New Streettrain Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 36m
£101–189
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus Uk087 / ...
11h 5m
£35–57
Drive 247.1 mi
1. Drive from Skelmersdale to Exetercar 247.1 mi
4h 3m
£61–88
Train
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Birmingham New Streettrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
7h 3m
£102–168
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Whitechapel to Railway Stationbus 1 / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
11h 21m
£99–172

Skelmersdale to Exeter by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 270.5 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Concourse to Exeter St Davids via Headbolt Lane Interchange, Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane, Liverpool Central, Liverpool Lime Street, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Concourse to Exeter via Wigan Rail Stations, Wigan Wallgate Rail Station, Bag Lane, Market Street, Manchester Town Hall, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Bristol Bus Station in around 11h 5m.

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