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

The cheapest way to get from Skelmersdale to Northampton is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 6h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skelmersdale to Northampton is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Skelmersdale and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Skelmersdale to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Concourse and arriving at Northampton Bus Interchange via Wigan Wallgate Rail Station, Warrington Interchange and Lake. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Skelmersdale and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Skelmersdale to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane and arriving at Northampton via Liverpool Lime Street and Milton Keynes Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Skelmersdale to Northampton?

The distance between Skelmersdale and Northampton is 178 miles. The road distance is 144.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skelmersdale to Northampton without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Skelmersdale to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skelmersdale to Northampton bus from?

Skelmersdale to Northampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Warrington Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Skelmersdale to Northampton train from?

Skelmersdale to Northampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Skelmersdale to Northampton?

The best way to get from Skelmersdale to Northampton is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Skelmersdale to Northampton bus arrive?

Skelmersdale to Northampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Northampton station.

Where does the Skelmersdale to Northampton train arrive?

Skelmersdale to Northampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Milton Keynes Central station.

Can I drive from Skelmersdale to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Skelmersdale to Northampton is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Skelmersdale to Northampton.

Where can I stay near Northampton?

There are 905+ hotels available in Northampton.

Skelmersdale to Northampton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromSkelmersdale to Northampton

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Skelmersdale to Northampton by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Milton Keynes Centraltrain Liverpool Lime Street - London Euston
4h 5m
£60–109
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Warrington Interchange to Northamptonbus Uk021
6h 22m
£22–36
Drive 143.4 mi
1. Drive from Skelmersdale to Northamptoncar 143.4 mi
2h 25m
£35–51
Train via Coventry
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Coventrytrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Coventry to Northamptontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
4h 35m
£47–94

Skelmersdale to Northampton by bus, train, and foot

105Weekly Services

4h 5mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Skelmersdale to Northampton.

Launch map view

Distance: 177.3 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Milton Keynes Central hourly. Tickets cost £50–85 and the journey takes 1h 44m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Warrington Interchange to Northampton twice daily. Tickets cost £16–27 and the journey takes 3h.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.