The average train between Bolton and Ormskirk takes 1h 6m and the fastest train takes 1h. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Ormskirk. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bolton and Ormskirk. The earliest departure is at 5:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 9:53 PM which arrives into Ormskirk at 11:06 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Ormskirk. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Ormskirk station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.
Bolton to Ormskirk train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Bolton station.
Bolton to Ormskirk train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Ormskirk station.
Book your Bolton to Ormskirk train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Bolton and Ormskirk is 29.7 km. The road distance is 57 km.
You can take a train from Bolton to Ormskirk via Preston in around 1h 54m.