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Compare coach, train and flight for London to Skelmersdale
The cheapest option from London to Skelmersdale is coach, with an average price of £13. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from London to Skelmersdale among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 289 km
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£70 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest option | £145 Average Price |
2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Skelmersdale
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Typically, there are 18 trains per day from London to Skelmersdale, including direct trains, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 20:33. The fastest train covers the 289 km distance in 2h 49m.
Distance 289 km |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Lowest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 2h 49m |
First train 6:03 |
Last train 20:33 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from London to Skelmersdale trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between London and Skelmersdale from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London to Skelmersdale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Skelmersdale by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Skelmersdale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Skelmersdale
Most London to Skelmersdale trains use the London Euston to Rainford station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Skelmersdale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Euston from London city centre
London Euston train station facilities and services
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
Getting to Mottingham from London city centre
Mottingham is 14 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Mottingham train station facilities and services
Mottingham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Mottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mottingham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to Platform 1 for services to London via main station entrance. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London via side entrance. No step free interchange between platforms. Stepped access between platforms by footbridge, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: There is a Ticket Vending Machine on the station forecourt, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Wimbledon from London city centre
Wimbledon is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Wimbledon train station facilities and services
Wimbledon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wimbledon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wimbledon. ATMs are available at Wimbledon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wimbledon. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wimbledon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wimbledon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wimbledon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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