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

The cheapest way to get from Skelmersdale to Sunderland is to line 310 bus and bus which costs £22 - £45 and takes 8h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skelmersdale to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Skelmersdale and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Skelmersdale to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Concourse and arriving at Interchange via Wigan Wallgate Rail Station, Market Street and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Skelmersdale and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Skelmersdale to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Wigan North Western and arriving at Sunderland via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Skelmersdale to Sunderland?

The distance between Skelmersdale and Sunderland is 187 miles. The road distance is 134 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skelmersdale to Sunderland without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 15m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Skelmersdale to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skelmersdale to Sunderland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Skelmersdale to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Skelmersdale to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Skelmersdale to Sunderland is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 15m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 7h 9m.

Where does the Skelmersdale to Sunderland bus arrive?

Skelmersdale to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Skelmersdale to Sunderland train arrive?

Skelmersdale to Sunderland train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Skelmersdale to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Skelmersdale to Sunderland is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Skelmersdale to Sunderland.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1974+ hotels available in Sunderland.

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
5h 15m
£66–123
Line 310 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Concourse to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 310
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk930
8h 4m
£23–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
7h 9m
£31–67
Drive 133.2 mi
1. Drive from Skelmersdale to Sunderlandcar 133.2 mi
2h 45m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Todmordentrain
2. Take the train from Todmorden to Middlesbroughtrain
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain
6h 48m
£64–119

Skelmersdale to Sunderland by bus and train

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Distance: 186 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Concourse to Sunderland via Wigan Rail Stations, Wigan North Western, and Carlisle in around 5h 15m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchange every 3 hours. Tickets cost £25–60 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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