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

The cheapest way to get from Skelmersdale to Grimsby is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skelmersdale to Grimsby is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Skelmersdale and Grimsby?

No, there is no direct train from Skelmersdale to Grimsby. However, there are services departing from Parbold and arriving at Grimsby Town via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Skelmersdale to Grimsby?

The distance between Skelmersdale and Grimsby is 143 miles. The road distance is 136.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skelmersdale to Grimsby without a car is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Skelmersdale to Grimsby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skelmersdale to Grimsby train from?

Skelmersdale to Grimsby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Parbold station.

Where does the Skelmersdale to Grimsby train arrive?

Skelmersdale to Grimsby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Skelmersdale to Grimsby?

Yes, the driving distance between Skelmersdale to Grimsby is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Skelmersdale to Grimsby.

Where can I stay near Grimsby?

There are 609+ hotels available in Grimsby.

Skelmersdale to Grimsby - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 375 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Skelmersdale to Grimsby by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Parbold to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Southport - Manchester Oxford Road
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Grimsby Towntrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes
5h 24m
£46–89
Drive 135.4 mi
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1. Drive from Skelmersdale to Grimsbycar 135.4 mi
2h 18m
£33–48
Line 375 bus, line 609 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Concourse to Wigan Bus Stationbus 375 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Bus Station to Leigh Bus Stationbus 609 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station to Oxford Road Stationbus V1
4. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Grimsby Towntrain
5h 53m
£41–77

Skelmersdale to Grimsby by bus and train

96Weekly Services

5h 24mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142.3 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Harsnips to Grimsby Town via Shops, Parbold, and Manchester Oxford Road in around 5h 24m.

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