Skelmersdale to Kirby Trainlink

Trainlink is a quick and convenient way to get from Skelmersdale into Liverpool and to connect into the national rail network. It means you can now use public transport to travel between Skelmersdale and Liverpool Central Station in under 50 minutes.

The Trainlink bus runs between Skelmersdale Concourse, Headbolt Lane Railway Station via Maghull Lane and Kirkby Bus Station for onward transport links into Liverpool. You can get on at any bus stop between Skelmersdale and Headbolt Lane rail station (for the rail connection into Liverpool Central). Trainlink buses then run non-stop to Kirkby bus station.

The express service operates every 30 minutes throughout the day Monday to Saturday, and every hour in the evening. There is also an hourly service on Sundays. Buses are timed to connect with Merseyrail train services from early 'til late. 319 Kirkby - Skelmersdale timetable.

Combined bus and rail ticket

You can buy a combined bus and rail ticket when boarding the Trainlink bus, and at Merseyrail stations. Prices are as follows:

Adults

• Off-peak daysaver: £6.30
• Anytime single: £8.60
• Anytime return: £8.80

Young People (16-18)

Proof of age may be requested during rail ticket inspections.

• Off-peak daysaver: £3.15

Children (5-15)

Child fares are available at all times.

• Off-peak daysaver: £3.15
• Anytime single             £4.30
• Anytime return             £4.40

Bus only fares

If you're only catching the bus, the fares are as follows:

Single ride

• £3 adult
• £2 under-19
• £1.50 under-12

Day return

• £5.10 adult
• £3.40 under-19
• £2.60 under-12

Weekly

• £14 adult
• £8 under-19