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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Skelmersdale is to bus which costs £23 - £50 and takes 8h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 4h and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Concourse via Bus Station, Newhall St, Warrington Bus Interchange Stand F and Wigan Rail Stations. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

How far is it from Exeter to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Exeter and Skelmersdale is 263 miles. The road distance is 248 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Skelmersdale without a car is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs £60 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Exeter to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Skelmersdale bus from?

Exeter to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Skelmersdale?

The best way to get from Exeter to Skelmersdale is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs £60 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £50 and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the Exeter to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Exeter to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Skelmersdale is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Exeter to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2601+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

Exeter to Skelmersdale - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North WesternRugby - Wigan North Western / ...
5h 51m
£60–209
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand A
8h 55m
£23–45
Drive 246.5 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Skelmersdale246.5 mi
4h
£63–90
Fly, train, line 312 bus
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
2. Take the train from Bolton to Parbold
3. Take the bus from Shops to Hallcroft
5h 22m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chester
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Hood street1 / ...
10h 22m
£94–184

Exeter to Skelmersdale by train and bus

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5h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 261.8 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Concourse via Birmingham New Street, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 5h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Concourse via Bus Station, Newhall St, Warrington Bus Interchange Stand F, College Avenue, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 8h 55m.

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