The average train between Ormskirk and Walkden takes 2h 40m and the fastest train takes 1h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Ormskirk to Walkden. 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 Ormskirk and Walkden. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ormskirk is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Walkden at 10:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ormskirk to Walkden? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Ormskirk to Walkden. However, there are services departing from Ormskirk station and arriving at Walkden station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.
Ormskirk to Walkden train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Ormskirk station.
Ormskirk to Walkden train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Walkden station.
Book your Ormskirk to Walkden train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Ormskirk and Walkden is 32.3 km. The road distance is 65 km.
You can take a train from Ormskirk to Walkden via Preston, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate in around 1h 55m.