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 385 bus from Old Skelmersdale War Memorial station to Bus Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MERSEYRAIL train and finally take the WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY train from Liverpool South Parkway station to Runcorn station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 38 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.

98min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 385385
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Train - WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
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 - 385385
    Wait for bus
    385
    Wellington Street
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ormskirk
    240 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Hunts Cross
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool South Parkway
    50 min
  • 7
    Train - WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAYWEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Birmingham New Street
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Runcorn
    7 min
  • 9
    Walk to Runcorn
    Walk to
    Runcorn
    510 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Skelmersdale to Runcorn by bus and train via 385, MERSEYRAIL and AVANTI WEST COAST

To get from Skelmersdale to Runcorn in North West, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 385 bus from Old Skelmersdale War Memorial station to Bus Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MERSEYRAIL train and finally take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Liverpool South Parkway station to Runcorn station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 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.

109min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 385385
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 - 385385
    Wait for bus
    385
    Wellington Street
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ormskirk
    240 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Hunts Cross
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool South Parkway
    50 min
  • 7
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    London Euston
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Runcorn
    7 min
  • 9
    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 48.65 km, which can typically be travelled in 98 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 schedule from Skelmersdale to Runcorn

To check the bus and train schedule 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 trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Alternative route from Skelmersdale to Runcorn by bus and train via 385, MERSEYRAIL and AVANTI WEST COAST

To get from Skelmersdale to Runcorn in North West, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 385 bus from Old Skelmersdale War Memorial station to Bus Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MERSEYRAIL train and finally take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Liverpool South Parkway station to Runcorn station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 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.

109min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 385385
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 - 385385
    Wait for bus
    385
    Wellington Street
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ormskirk
    240 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Hunts Cross
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool South Parkway
    50 min
  • 7
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    London Euston
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Runcorn
    7 min
  • 9
    Walk to Runcorn
    Walk to
    Runcorn
    510 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 98 minutes, using Bus line 385, Train line MERSEYRAIL, Train line WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY.

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

    The alternative route takes 109 minutes, using Bus line 385, 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 38 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Skelmersdale to Runcorn?

    The 385 bus line goes from Old Skelmersdale War Memorial station near Skelmersdale in Skelmersdale to Wellington Street station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Wellington Street 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 38 min.

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

    Get on the 385 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 Wellington Street station, which is closest to Runcorn in North West.

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