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

The cheapest way to get from Skelmersdale to Torquay is to drive which costs £65 - £95 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skelmersdale to Torquay is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Skelmersdale and Torquay?

No, there is no direct train from Skelmersdale to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane and arriving at Paignton via Liverpool Lime Street, Birmingham New Street and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

How far is it from Skelmersdale to Torquay?

The distance between Skelmersdale and Torquay is 300 miles. The road distance is 269.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skelmersdale to Torquay without a car is to train via Liverpool Central which takes 7h 33m and costs £110 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 33m to get from Skelmersdale to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skelmersdale to Torquay train from?

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

Where does the Skelmersdale to Torquay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Skelmersdale to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Skelmersdale to Torquay is 269 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Skelmersdale to Torquay.

Where can I stay near Torquay?

There are 2684+ hotels available in Torquay.

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

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

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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 Newton Abbottrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
7h 33m
£114–205
Drive 267.5 mi
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1. Drive from Skelmersdale to Torquaycar 267.5 mi
4h 23m
£66–96
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 Newton Abbottrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
8h 7m
£114–181
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 Newton Abbottrain
12h 26m
£111–190

Skelmersdale to Torquay by bus, train, and foot

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7h 33mAverage Duration

£114Cheapest Price

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Distance: 298.5 mi
Duration: 7h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Concourse to Paignton via Headbolt Lane Interchange, Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane, Liverpool Central, Liverpool Lime Street, Birmingham New Street, and Newton Abbot in around 7h 33m.

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