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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 Skelmersdale, take the MERSEYRAIL train from Moorfields station to Ormskirk station. Next, take the 375 bus from Railway Approach station to Old Skelmersdale War Memorial station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 1 min.

61min
Walk to train station
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Bus - 375375
Walk to Skelmersdale
Leaves from Moorfields
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Moorfields
    330 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Ormskirk
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ormskirk
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Approach
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 375375
    Wait for bus
    375
    Wigan
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Old Skelmersdale War Memorial
    14 min
  • 7
    Walk to Skelmersdale
    Walk to
    Skelmersdale
    Railway Road
    170 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Liverpool to Skelmersdale by bus and train via MERSEYRAIL and 319

To get from Liverpool to Skelmersdale in Skelmersdale, take the MERSEYRAIL train from Moorfields station to Headbolt Lane station. Next, take the 319 bus from Headbolt Lane Station (Stop B) station to Old Skelmersdale War Memorial station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min.

57min
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
    330 yd • 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 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 319319
    Wait for bus
    319
    Skelmersdale
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Old Skelmersdale War Memorial
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to Skelmersdale
    Walk to
    Skelmersdale
    Railway Road
    170 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Liverpool to Skelmersdale
The distance between Liverpool, Skelmersdale and Skelmersdale, Skelmersdale is approximately 16.27 mi, which can typically be travelled in 61 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Liverpool to Skelmersdale by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Skelmersdale – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transport stations close to Liverpool

Liverpool is located at Dale Street, Skelmersdale and the nearest public transport station is Chapel Street (Stop Ea).

Train stations close to Liverpool:

  • Liverpool Central
  • Liverpool Lime Street
  • Liverpool James Street

Bus stations close to Liverpool:

  • Chapel Street (Stop Ea)
  • Old Hall Street (Stop Cha)
  • Rumford Street (Stop Chb)

Ferry stations close to Liverpool:

  • Liverpool Pier Head Ferry Terminal
Public transport stations close to Skelmersdale, Skelmersdale

Skelmersdale is located at Railway Road, Skelmersdale and the nearest public transport station is Sherrat Street.

Train stations close to Skelmersdale:

  • Rainford

Bus stations close to Skelmersdale:

  • Sherrat Street
  • Waverley
  • Wardens Club

Alternative route from Liverpool to Skelmersdale by bus and train via MERSEYRAIL and 319

To get from Liverpool to Skelmersdale in Skelmersdale, take the MERSEYRAIL train from Moorfields station to Headbolt Lane station. Next, take the 319 bus from Headbolt Lane Station (Stop B) station to Old Skelmersdale War Memorial station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min.

57min
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
    330 yd • 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 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 319319
    Wait for bus
    319
    Skelmersdale
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Old Skelmersdale War Memorial
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to Skelmersdale
    Walk to
    Skelmersdale
    Railway Road
    170 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers
  • What is the fastest way to get from Liverpool to Skelmersdale?

    The fastest way takes 61 minutes, using Bus line MERSEYRAIL, Bus line 375.

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

    The alternative route takes 57 minutes, using Bus line MERSEYRAIL, Bus line 319.

  • 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 1 min.

  • Which train line goes from Liverpool to Skelmersdale?

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

  • 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 Skelmersdale by train and bus is about 1 hr 1 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 Ormskirk stop, which is closest to Skelmersdale in Skelmersdale.

  • When is the first bus from Liverpool to Skelmersdale?

    The first bus from Liverpool in Liverpool to Skelmersdale in Skelmersdale is Liverpool - Skelmersdale. It leaves the Queen Square stop at 09:18.

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