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

From Skelmersdale to Runcorn by bus and train

To get from Skelmersdale to Runcorn in North West, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 319 bus from Old Skelmersdale War Memorial station to Headbolt Lane Interchange station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MERSEYRAIL train and finally take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Liverpool Lime Street station to Runcorn station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 50 min. The bus and train schedule from Skelmersdale may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Runcorn on the Moovit app.

110min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 319319
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Walk to Runcorn
Leaves from Old Skelmersdale War Memorial

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Old Skelmersdale War Memorial
    150 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 319319
    Wait for bus
    319
    Kirkby Bus Stn
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Headbolt Lane Interchange
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Headbolt Lane
    180 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Liverpool Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Central
    20 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Liverpool Lime Street
    300 m • 4 min
  • 8
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    London Euston
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Runcorn
    18 min
  • 10
    Walk to Runcorn
    Walk to
    Runcorn
    510 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Skelmersdale to Runcorn

The distance between Skelmersdale, North West and Runcorn, North West is approximately 47.27 km, which can typically be travelled in 110 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Skelmersdale to Runcorn by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Skelmersdale to Runcorn

To check the bus and train timetable from Skelmersdale to Runcorn using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Skelmersdale) and destination (Runcorn), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 110 minutes, using Bus line 319, Train line MERSEYRAIL, Train line AVANTI WEST COAST.

  • Is there a direct bus between Skelmersdale and Runcorn?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 50 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Skelmersdale to Runcorn?

    The 319 bus line goes from Old Skelmersdale War Memorial station near Skelmersdale in Skelmersdale to Headbolt Lane Interchange station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Headbolt Lane Interchange station near Runcorn in North West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Skelmersdale to Runcorn by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Skelmersdale in Skelmersdale and Runcorn in North West by bus and train is about 1 hr 50 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Skelmersdale to get to Runcorn?

    Get on the 319 bus from the Old Skelmersdale War Memorial stop near Skelmersdale in Skelmersdale.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Skelmersdale and Runcorn?

    Get off the bus at the Headbolt Lane Interchange station, which is closest to Runcorn in North West.

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