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

From Liverpool to Skelmersdale by bus and train

To get from Liverpool to Skelmersdale in North West, take the MERSEYRAIL train from Moorfields station to Headbolt Lane station. Next, take the 319 bus from Headbolt Lane Station (Stop B) station to Concourse (Stand 2) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 8 min.

68min
Walk to train station
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Bus - 319319
Walk to Skelmersdale
Leaves from Moorfields

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Moorfields
    300 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Headbolt Lane
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Headbolt Lane
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Headbolt Lane Station (Stop B)
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 319319
    Wait for bus
    319
    Skelmersdale
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Concourse (Stand 2)
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to Skelmersdale
    Walk to
    Skelmersdale
    410 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Liverpool to Skelmersdale by bus

Take one direct bus from Liverpool to Skelmersdale in North West: take the 310 bus from Queen Square station to Concourse (Stand 3) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 43 min.

103min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 310310
Walk to Skelmersdale
Leaves from Queen Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Queen Square
    690 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - 310310
    Wait for bus
    310
    Skelmersdale
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Concourse (Stand 3)
    87 min
  • 4
    Walk to Skelmersdale
    Walk to
    Skelmersdale
    420 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Liverpool to Skelmersdale

The distance between Liverpool, North West and Skelmersdale, North West is approximately 29.8 km, which can typically be travelled in 68 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Liverpool 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 Liverpool

Liverpool is located at Dale Street, North West and the nearest public transport station is James Street Station (Stop Je).

Train stations close to Liverpool:

  • Liverpool James Street
  • Liverpool Central
  • Liverpool Lime Street

Bus stations close to Liverpool:

  • James Street Station (Stop Je)
  • James Street Station (Stop Ja)
  • Derby Square (Stop Lc)

Ferry stations close to Liverpool:

  • Liverpool Pier Head Ferry Terminal

Public transport stations close to Skelmersdale, North West

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

Train stations close to Skelmersdale:

  • Upholland
  • Rainford
  • Orrell

Bus stations close to Skelmersdale:

  • Ferndale
  • Hallcroft
  • Harsnips

Related Routes

From Liverpool to Skelmersdale by bus

Take one direct bus from Liverpool to Skelmersdale in North West: take the 310 bus from Queen Square station to Concourse (Stand 3) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 43 min.

103min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 310310
Walk to Skelmersdale
Leaves from Queen Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Queen Square
    690 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - 310310
    Wait for bus
    310
    Skelmersdale
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Concourse (Stand 3)
    87 min
  • 4
    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 Liverpool to Skelmersdale?

    The fastest way takes 68 minutes, using Bus line MERSEYRAIL, Bus line 319.

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

    The alternative route takes 103 minutes, using Bus line 310.

  • Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Skelmersdale?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 8 min.

  • Which train line goes from Liverpool to Skelmersdale?

    The MERSEYRAIL train line goes from Moorfields station near Liverpool in Liverpool to Headbolt Lane station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Headbolt Lane station near Skelmersdale in North West.

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

    The total travel time between Liverpool in Liverpool and Skelmersdale in North West by train and bus is about 1 hr 8 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Liverpool to get to Skelmersdale?

    Get on the MERSEYRAIL train from the Moorfields station near Liverpool in Liverpool.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Liverpool and Skelmersdale?

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

  • When is the first bus from Liverpool to Skelmersdale?

    The first bus from Liverpool in Liverpool to Skelmersdale in North West is Liverpool - Skelmersdale. It leaves the Queen Square stop at 09:11.

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