What is the cheapest way to get from Altrincham to Wigan?

The cheapest way to get from Altrincham to Wigan is to line 247 bus and line 132 bus which costs £4 and takes 2h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Altrincham to Wigan?

The fastest way to get from Altrincham to Wigan is to drive which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Altrincham and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Altrincham to Wigan station. However, there are services departing from Altrincham Interchange and arriving at Warrington Bank Quay Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Altrincham and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Altrincham to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Altrincham and arriving at Wigan Wallgate via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Altrincham to Wigan?

The distance between Altrincham and Wigan is 27 miles. The road distance is 22.2 miles.

How do I travel from Altrincham to Wigan without a car?

The best way to get from Altrincham to Wigan without a car is to line 5 bus which takes 1h 32m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Altrincham to Wigan?

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Altrincham to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altrincham to Wigan bus from?

Altrincham to Wigan bus services, operated by Warrington's Own Buses, depart from Altrincham Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Altrincham to Wigan train from?

Altrincham to Wigan train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Altrincham station.

Where does the Altrincham to Wigan bus arrive?

Altrincham to Wigan bus services, operated by Warrington's Own Buses, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay Station.

Where does the Altrincham to Wigan train arrive?

Altrincham to Wigan train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Victoria station.

Can I drive from Altrincham to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Altrincham to Wigan is 22 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Altrincham to Wigan.

How do I get a train ticket from Altrincham to Wigan?

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Altrincham to Wigan - 6 ways to travel via train, line 5 bus, tram, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Altrincham to Wigan by bus, tram, train, car, or taxi

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Line 5 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Altrincham Interchange to Warrington Bank Quay Stationbus 5
1h 32m
Line 247 bus, line 132 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Altrincham Interchange to The Trafford Centre Bus Stationbus 247 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Trafford Centre Bus Station to Wallgatebus 132
2h 14m
£4
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Altrincham to Victoriatram Green Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgatetrain Leeds - Wigan Wallgate / ...
1h 36m
£10–17
Drive 22.1 mi
1. Drive from Altrincham to Wigancar 22.1 mi
30 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Altrincham to Wigantaxi 22.1 mi
30 min
£45–60
Tram, train via Deansgate
1. Take the tram from Altrincham to Deansgate-Castlefieldtram Purple Line / ...
2. Take the train from Deansgate to Wigan Wallgatetrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport
1h 54m
£10–18

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Distance: 26.4 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Altrincham, England and Wigan, England?

Warrington's Own Buses operates a bus from Altrincham Interchange to Warrington Bank Quay Station hourly, and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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