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

From Skelmersdale to Preston by bus and train

To get from Skelmersdale to Preston in North West, take the 375 bus from Concourse (Stand 5) station to Wigan Rail Stations (Stop D) station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Wigan North Western station to Preston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 24 min.

84min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 375375
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Preston
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)
    40 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wigan North Western
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Blackpool North
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    24 min
  • 7
    Walk to Preston
    Walk to
    Preston
    240 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Skelmersdale to Preston by bus and train via 375 and AVANTI WEST COAST

To get from Skelmersdale to Preston in North West, take the 375 bus from Concourse (Stand 5) station to Wigan Rail Stations (Stop D) station. Next, take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Wigan North Western station to Preston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 30 min.

90min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 375375
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Walk to Preston
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)
    40 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wigan North Western
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    Glasgow Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to Preston
    Walk to
    Preston
    240 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Skelmersdale to Preston

The distance between Skelmersdale, North West and Preston, North West is approximately 24.85 mi, which can typically be travelled in 84 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Skelmersdale to Preston 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 Northway Asda.

Train stations close to Skelmersdale:

  • Upholland
  • Rainford

Bus stations close to Skelmersdale:

  • Northway Asda
  • Concourse (Stand 6)
  • Concourse (Stand 7)

Public transport stations close to Preston, North West

Preston is located at Preston, North West and the nearest public transport station is Railway Station.

Train stations close to Preston:

  • Preston

Bus stations close to Preston:

  • Railway Station
  • Railway Station (Stand C)
  • Railway Station (Stand B)

Related Routes

Alternative route from Skelmersdale to Preston by bus and train via 375 and AVANTI WEST COAST

To get from Skelmersdale to Preston in North West, take the 375 bus from Concourse (Stand 5) station to Wigan Rail Stations (Stop D) station. Next, take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Wigan North Western station to Preston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 30 min.

90min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 375375
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Walk to Preston
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)
    40 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wigan North Western
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    Glasgow Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to Preston
    Walk to
    Preston
    240 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 84 minutes, using Bus line 375, Bus line NORTHERN.

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

    The alternative route takes 90 minutes, using Bus line 375, Bus line AVANTI WEST COAST.

  • Is there a direct bus between Skelmersdale and Preston 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 24 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Skelmersdale to Preston 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 train line till Wigan station near Preston in North West

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

    The total travel time between Skelmersdale and Preston in North West by bus and train is about 1 hr 24 min.

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

    Get off the bus at the Wigan station, which is closest to Preston in North West.

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