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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Skelmersdale is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Concourse via Sophia Gardens, St Peter's Square, Leigh Bus Station and Wigan Rail Stations. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Wigan North Western via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Swansea to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Swansea and Skelmersdale is 230 miles. The road distance is 176.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Skelmersdale without a car is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Swansea to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Skelmersdale bus from?

Swansea to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Skelmersdale train from?

Swansea to Skelmersdale train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Swansea station.

Train or bus from Swansea to Skelmersdale?

The best way to get from Swansea to Skelmersdale is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 51m.

Where does the Swansea to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Swansea to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Swansea to Skelmersdale train arrive?

Swansea to Skelmersdale train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Skelmersdale is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Swansea to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2781+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

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There are 5 ways to get from Swansea to Skelmersdale by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Crewetrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 32m
£88–148
Drive 175.9 mi
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1. Drive from Swansea to Skelmersdalecar 175.9 mi
3h 49m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
8h 51m
£48–111
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain
6h 21m
£87–158
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swansea to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chestertrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Queen Squarebus 1 / ...
9h 40m
£69–117

Swansea to Skelmersdale by train and bus

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Distance: 228.5 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Skelmersdale, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to Concourse via Crewe, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Concourse via Sophia Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, St Peter's Square, Leigh Bus Station, Wallgate, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 8h 51m.

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