How to get from Skelmersdale to Bolton by bus?

By bus

To get from Skelmersdale to Bolton in North West, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 375 bus from Concourse (Stand 5) station to Wigan Rail Stations (Stop D) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN bus and finally take the 582 bus from Atherton Rail Station (Stop A) station to Bolton Interchange station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 52 min.

112min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 375375
Bus - NORTHERNNORTHERN
Bus - 582582
Walk to Bolton
Leaves from Concourse (Stand 5)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Concourse (Stand 5)
    480 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 375375
    Wait for bus
    375
    Wigan
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wigan Rail Stations (Stop D)
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wigan Wallgate
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for bus
    NORTHERN
    Bus Replacement: Manchester Victoria
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Atherton
    32 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Atherton Rail Station (Stop A)
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 582582
    Wait for bus
    582
    Bolton
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bolton Interchange
    18 min
  • 10
    Walk to Bolton
    Walk to
    Bolton
    400 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus via 375 and 575

To get from Skelmersdale to Bolton in North West, take the 375 bus from Concourse (Stand 5) station to Wigan station. Next, take the 575 bus from Wigan station to Bolton Interchange station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 8 min.

128min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 375375
Bus - 575575
Walk to Bolton
Leaves from Concourse (Stand 5)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Concourse (Stand 5)
    480 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 375375
    Wait for bus
    375
    Wigan
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wigan
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wigan
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 575575
    Wait for bus
    575
    Bolton
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bolton Interchange
    61 min
  • 7
    Walk to Bolton
    Walk to
    Bolton
    400 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Skelmersdale to Bolton

The distance between Skelmersdale, North West and Bolton, North West is approximately 21.05 mi, which can typically be travelled in 112 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Skelmersdale to Bolton by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Skelmersdale

Skelmersdale is located at Skelmersdale, North West and the nearest public transport station is Hillside Health Centre.

Train stations close to Skelmersdale:

  • Upholland
  • Rainford

Bus stations close to Skelmersdale:

  • Hillside Health Centre
  • Concourse (Stand 2)
  • Concourse (Stand 3)

Public transport stations close to Bolton, North West

Bolton is located at Bolton, North West and the nearest public transport station is Howell Croft North.

Train stations close to Bolton:

  • Bolton

Bus stations close to Bolton:

  • Howell Croft North
  • All Saints Street
  • Ash Street

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus via 375 and 575

To get from Skelmersdale to Bolton in North West, take the 375 bus from Concourse (Stand 5) station to Wigan station. Next, take the 575 bus from Wigan station to Bolton Interchange station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 8 min.

128min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 375375
Bus - 575575
Walk to Bolton
Leaves from Concourse (Stand 5)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Concourse (Stand 5)
    480 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 375375
    Wait for bus
    375
    Wigan
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wigan
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wigan
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 575575
    Wait for bus
    575
    Bolton
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bolton Interchange
    61 min
  • 7
    Walk to Bolton
    Walk to
    Bolton
    400 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Skelmersdale to Bolton?

    The fastest way takes 112 minutes, using Bus line 375, Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line 582.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Skelmersdale to Bolton?

    The alternative route takes 128 minutes, using Bus line 375, Bus line 575.

  • Is there a direct bus between Skelmersdale and Bolton in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 52 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Skelmersdale to Bolton in North West?

    The 375 bus line goes from Concourse (Stand 5) station near Skelmersdale to Wigan station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Wigan station near Bolton in North West

  • How long does it take to travel from Skelmersdale to Bolton in North West by bus?

    The total travel time between Skelmersdale and Bolton in North West by bus is about 1 hr 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Skelmersdale to get to Bolton in North West?

    Get on the 375 bus from the Concourse (Stand 5) stop near Skelmersdale in North West.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Skelmersdale and Bolton in North West?

    Get off the bus at the Wigan stop, which is closest to Bolton in North West.

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