Transport

This pass is for students who are not on a free college coach route, but do have access to an Arriva route and who study more than 10 hours per week. 

Students can apply for an Arriva bus pass, whether or not they use the bus to come to college. 

• Unlimited use, except night buses

• Issued termly

• Cost equivalent to £14* per week

• 19+ students who are on, or depend on someone claiming income based benefits could be eligible for a free** bus pass

Route 1: From Kirkby, Aintree, Maghull and Ormskirk to Skelmersdale.

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Route 2: From Formby, Birkdale, Southport and Burscough to Skelmersdale. 

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Route 3: From Hawkley, Winstanley, Goose Green, Marus Bridge, Pemberton, Orrell, Upholland, Digmoor, Tanhouse to Skelmersdale. 

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A college buss pass will be provided, with the passes being issued termly and the free coach pass is based on attendance. 

For further details on the timetables for the free college coach service, please contact our Student Services team on 01695 52393. 

Such as Tarleton and Rufford, for students who use alternative bus companies. Students will be assessed on an individual basis to identify support required with transport costs. 

Please call our Learner Services on 01695 52393/52391 or email enquiries@westlancs.ac.uk for further details. 

All bus passes are issued on a first come, first served basis and are subject to West Lancashire College terms and conditions. 

*Subject to availability and eligibility criteria check and satisfactory attendance