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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Wigan is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Wigan is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Barnsley Interchange/A23 and arriving at Wallgate via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, St Peter's Square and Sumner Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Wigan Wallgate via Huddersfield and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Wigan?

The distance between Barnsley and Wigan is 64 miles. The road distance is 55.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Wigan without a car is to train via Manchester Victoria which takes 2h 28m and costs £24 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Barnsley to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Wigan bus from?

Barnsley to Wigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Barnsley Interchange/A23 station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Wigan train from?

Barnsley to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Barnsley station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Wigan?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Wigan is to train via Manchester Victoria which takes 2h 28m and costs £24 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 465 bus and bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Barnsley to Wigan bus arrive?

Barnsley to Wigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Barnsley to Wigan train arrive?

Barnsley to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Huddersfield station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Wigan is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Barnsley to Wigan.

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There are 5 ways to get from Barnsley to Wigan by train, bus, or car

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Train via Manchester Victoria
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Huddersfieldtrain
2. Take the train from Huddersfield to Manchester Victoriatrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgatetrain
2h 28m
£24–44
Drive 55 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnsley to Wigancar 55 mi
1h 26m
£14–20
Line 465 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A23 to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 465
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Market Streetbus V2
4h 14m
£16–33
Train
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leedstrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Wigan Wallgatetrain Leeds - Wigan Wallgate
4h 12m
£38–70
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Barnsley Interchange/A13 to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 59 / ...
2. Take the train from Dewsbury to Wigan Wallgatetrain Leeds - Wigan Wallgate
4h 39m
£28–52

Barnsley to Wigan by train

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Distance: 63.3 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Wigan Wallgate via Huddersfield and Manchester Victoria in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barnsley Interchange/A23 to Wallgate via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, St Peter's Square, Market Street, and Sumner Street in around 4h 14m.

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