Skelmersdale railway station opened 01.03.1858
The fares to Ormskirk where 1st class 7d, 2nd class 5d and 3rd class 31/2d.
It was first called Blaguegate Station, but on 01.08.1874 was re named Skelmersdale Station.
It continued to be use by passengers until 05.11.1956, but the station remained open for goods till 04.11.1963.