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

From Blackpool to Skelmersdale by bus and train

To get from Blackpool to Skelmersdale in North West, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the NORTHERN train from Blackpool North station to Preston station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the AVANTI WEST COAST train and finally take the 375 bus from Wigan Rail Stations (Stop A) station to Concourse (Stand 3) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min.

129min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Bus - 375375
Walk to Skelmersdale
Leaves from Blackpool North

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Blackpool North
    270 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Manchester Airport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    25 min
  • 4
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    London Euston
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wigan North Western
    11 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wigan Rail Stations (Stop A)
    30 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 375375
    Wait for bus
    375
    Southport
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Concourse (Stand 3)
    42 min
  • 9
    Walk to Skelmersdale
    Walk to
    Skelmersdale
    420 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

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

To get from Blackpool to Skelmersdale in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Blackpool North station to Wigan North Western station. Next, take the 385 bus from Wigan Rail Stations (Stop A) station to Concourse (Stand 3) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 57 min.

117min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - 385385
Walk to Skelmersdale
Leaves from Blackpool North

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Blackpool North
    270 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Liverpool Lime Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wigan North Western
    43 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wigan Rail Stations (Stop A)
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 385385
    Wait for bus
    385
    Southport
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Concourse (Stand 3)
    42 min
  • 7
    Walk to Skelmersdale
    Walk to
    Skelmersdale
    420 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Blackpool to Skelmersdale

The distance between Blackpool, North West and Skelmersdale, North West is approximately 67.22 km, which can typically be travelled in 129 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Blackpool to Skelmersdale 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 Blackpool

Blackpool is located at Blackpool, North West and the nearest public transport station is Dickson Road.

Bus stations close to Blackpool:

  • Dickson Road
  • Abingdon Street
  • Talbot Road

Public transport stations close to Skelmersdale, North West

Skelmersdale is located at Skelmersdale, North West and the nearest public transport station is Grimshaw Road.

Bus stations close to Skelmersdale:

  • Grimshaw Road
  • Northway Asda
  • Harsnips

Related Routes

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

To get from Blackpool to Skelmersdale in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Blackpool North station to Wigan North Western station. Next, take the 385 bus from Wigan Rail Stations (Stop A) station to Concourse (Stand 3) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 57 min.

117min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - 385385
Walk to Skelmersdale
Leaves from Blackpool North

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Blackpool North
    270 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Liverpool Lime Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wigan North Western
    43 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wigan Rail Stations (Stop A)
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 385385
    Wait for bus
    385
    Southport
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Concourse (Stand 3)
    42 min
  • 7
    Walk to Skelmersdale
    Walk to
    Skelmersdale
    420 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 129 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line AVANTI WEST COAST, Bus line 375.

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

    The alternative route takes 117 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line 385.

  • Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Skelmersdale in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 9 min.

  • Which train line goes from Blackpool to Skelmersdale in North West?

    The NORTHERN train line goes from Blackpool North station near Blackpool to Manchester Airport station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Manchester Airport station near Skelmersdale in North West

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

    The total travel time between Blackpool and Skelmersdale in North West by train and bus is about 2 hr 9 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Blackpool to get to Skelmersdale in North West?

    Get on the NORTHERN train from the Blackpool North station near Blackpool in North West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Blackpool and Skelmersdale in North West?

    Get off the train at the Manchester Airport stop, which is closest to Skelmersdale in North West.