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

From Wigan to Skelmersdale by bus and train

To get from Wigan to Skelmersdale in Skelmersdale, take the NORTHERN train from Wigan Wallgate 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 1 hr 9 min.

69min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - 319319
Walk to Skelmersdale
Leaves from Wigan Wallgate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wigan Wallgate
    650 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Headbolt Lane
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Headbolt Lane
    27 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

From Wigan to Skelmersdale by bus

Take one direct bus from Wigan to Skelmersdale in Skelmersdale: take the 375 bus from Wigan Rail Stations (Stop A) station to Old Skelmersdale War Memorial station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min.

74min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 375375
Walk to Skelmersdale
Leaves from Wigan Rail Stations (Stop A)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wigan Rail Stations (Stop A)
    730 yd • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - 375375
    Wait for bus
    375
    Southport
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Old Skelmersdale War Memorial
    62 min
  • 4
    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 Wigan to Skelmersdale

The distance between Wigan, Skelmersdale and Skelmersdale, Skelmersdale is approximately 19.12 mi, which can typically be travelled in 69 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Wigan 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 Wigan

Wigan is located at Scholes, Skelmersdale and the nearest public transport station is Hardybutts.

Train stations close to Wigan:

  • Pemberton
  • Wigan North Western

Bus stations close to Wigan:

  • Hardybutts
  • Wellington Street
  • Rodney Street

Public transport stations close to Skelmersdale, Skelmersdale

Skelmersdale is located at Railway Road, Skelmersdale and the nearest public transport station is School Lane.

Train stations close to Skelmersdale:

  • Rainford

Bus stations close to Skelmersdale:

  • School Lane
  • Turnberry
  • Derby Road

From Wigan to Skelmersdale by bus

Take one direct bus from Wigan to Skelmersdale in Skelmersdale: take the 375 bus from Wigan Rail Stations (Stop A) station to Old Skelmersdale War Memorial station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min.

74min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 375375
Walk to Skelmersdale
Leaves from Wigan Rail Stations (Stop A)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wigan Rail Stations (Stop A)
    730 yd • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - 375375
    Wait for bus
    375
    Southport
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Old Skelmersdale War Memorial
    62 min
  • 4
    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 Wigan to Skelmersdale?

    The fastest way takes 69 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line 319.

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

    The alternative route takes 74 minutes, using Bus line 375.

  • Is there a direct train between Wigan and Skelmersdale?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 9 min.

  • Which train line goes from Wigan to Skelmersdale?

    The NORTHERN train line goes from Wigan Wallgate station near Wigan in Wigan to Headbolt Lane station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Headbolt Lane station near Skelmersdale in Skelmersdale.

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

    The total travel time between Wigan in Wigan and Skelmersdale in Skelmersdale by train and bus is about 1 hr 9 min.

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

    Get on the NORTHERN train from the Wigan Wallgate station near Wigan in Wigan.

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

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

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