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 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 319 bus from Old Skelmersdale War Memorial station to Kirkby Bus Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 19 bus 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 56 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.

116min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 319319
Bus - 1919
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
    Kirkby Bus Station
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Kirkby Bus Station
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1919
    Wait for bus
    19
    Queen Square Bus Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Queen Square Bus Station
    43 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Liverpool Lime Street
    210 m • 3 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
    15 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 50.44 km, which can typically be travelled in 116 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 116 minutes, using Bus line 319, Bus line 19, Train line AVANTI WEST COAST.

  • Is there a direct bus between Skelmersdale and Runcorn?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 56 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 Kirkby Bus Station station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Kirkby Bus Station 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 56 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 Kirkby Bus Station station, which is closest to Runcorn in North West.

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