The average bus between Leicester and Wigan takes 6h 47m and the fastest bus takes 5h 48m. The bus service runs several times per day from Leicester to Wigan. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 4 hours between Leicester and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 3:30 AM at night, and the last departure from Leicester is at 11:45 PM which arrives into Wigan at 7:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and take an average of 6h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Leicester to Wigan? 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 bus from Leicester to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Wigan station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.
Leicester to Wigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.
Leicester to Wigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.
Book your Leicester to Wigan bus tickets online with National Express and Bee Network.
The distance between Leicester and Wigan is 142.2 km. The road distance is 202 km.
FlixBus operates a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 3 times a day. Tickets cost £11–19 and the journey takes 3h 40m.