How to get from Skelmersdale to Bolton by bus and train?

From Skelmersdale to Bolton by bus and train

To get from Skelmersdale to Bolton in North West, take the 311 bus from Concourse station to Appley Lane North station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Appley Bridge station to Bolton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min.

92min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 311311
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Bolton
Leaves from Concourse

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Concourse
    220 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 311311
    Wait for bus
    311
    Chorley Interchange
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Appley Lane North
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Appley Bridge
    210 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Manchester Oxford Road
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bolton
    31 min
  • 7
    Walk to Bolton
    Walk to
    Bolton
    510 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Skelmersdale to Bolton by bus and train via 385 and NORTHERN

To get from Skelmersdale to Bolton in North West, take the 385 bus from Concourse station to Wigan Rail Stations station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Wigan Wallgate station to Bolton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min.

82min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 385385
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Bolton
Leaves from Concourse

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Concourse
    450 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 385385
    Wait for bus
    385
    Wigan Bus Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wigan Rail Stations
    41 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wigan Wallgate
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Manchester Oxford Road
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bolton
    20 min
  • 7
    Walk to Bolton
    Walk to
    Bolton
    510 m • 7 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 34.36 km, which can typically be travelled in 92 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Skelmersdale to Bolton by bus and train, 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 Concourse.

Train stations close to Skelmersdale:

  • Upholland
  • Rainford

Bus stations close to Skelmersdale:

  • Concourse
  • Northway Asda
  • Eskdale

Public transport stations close to Bolton, North West

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

Train stations close to Bolton:

  • Bolton

Bus stations close to Bolton:

  • Bolton Interchange
  • Nelson Square
  • Shiffnall Street

Related Routes

Alternative route from Skelmersdale to Bolton by bus and train via 385 and NORTHERN

To get from Skelmersdale to Bolton in North West, take the 385 bus from Concourse station to Wigan Rail Stations station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Wigan Wallgate station to Bolton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min.

82min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 385385
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Bolton
Leaves from Concourse

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Concourse
    450 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 385385
    Wait for bus
    385
    Wigan Bus Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wigan Rail Stations
    41 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wigan Wallgate
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Manchester Oxford Road
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bolton
    20 min
  • 7
    Walk to Bolton
    Walk to
    Bolton
    510 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 92 minutes, using Bus line 311, Bus line NORTHERN.

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

    The alternative route takes 82 minutes, using Bus line 385, Bus line NORTHERN.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 32 min.

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

    The 311 bus line goes from Concourse station near Skelmersdale to Chorley Interchange station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Chorley Interchange station near Bolton in North West

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

    The total travel time between Skelmersdale and Bolton in North West by bus and train is about 1 hr 32 min.

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

    Get on the 311 bus from the Concourse 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 Chorley Interchange station, which is closest to Bolton in North West.