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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Skelmersdale is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Swindon - Regent Circus and arriving at Concourse via Clarence Parade, Park & Ride and Wigan Rail Stations. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Wigan North Western via Cheltenham Spa and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Swindon to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Swindon and Skelmersdale is 187 miles. The road distance is 170.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Skelmersdale without a car is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs £65 - £120.

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

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

Where do I catch the Swindon to Skelmersdale bus from?

Swindon to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Swindon - Regent Circus station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Skelmersdale train from?

Swindon to Skelmersdale train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Skelmersdale?

The best way to get from Swindon to Skelmersdale is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Swindon to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Swindon to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Skelmersdale train arrive?

Swindon to Skelmersdale train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Skelmersdale is 170 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Swindon to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2765+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Westerntrain
5h 24m
£67–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swindon - Regent Circus to Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Stationbus Uk044
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Abus Cf4
6h 32m
£32–53
Drive 169.2 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Skelmersdalecar 169.2 mi
2h 53m
£42–61
Train via Liverpool South Parkway
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
5h 42m
£73–151
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Westerntrain
6h 10m
£80–135

Swindon to Skelmersdale by train and bus

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Distance: 185.5 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Concourse via Cheltenham Spa, Birmingham New Street, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 5h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swindon - Regent Circus to Concourse via Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station, Clarence Parade, Park & Ride, Warrington Bus Interchange Stand A, Warrington Bank Quay, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 6h 32m.

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