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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Wigan is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 9h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Wigan is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Warrington Interchange via Birmingham - Jennens Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Wigan North Western via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Wigan?

The distance between Barnstaple and Wigan is 293 miles. The road distance is 261.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Wigan without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 35m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Barnstaple to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Wigan bus from?

Barnstaple to Wigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Wigan train from?

Barnstaple to Wigan train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Wigan?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Wigan is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 35m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Wigan bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Wigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Wigan train arrive?

Barnstaple to Wigan train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Wigan is 262 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Barnstaple to Wigan.

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Westerntrain
6h 35m
£115–189
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 105
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Warrington Interchangebus Uk021
9h 45m
£44–71
Drive 260 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Wigancar 260 mi
4h 19m
£65–93
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
4. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain
8h 54m
£118–208

Barnstaple to Wigan by train

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Distance: 291.2 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Wigan North Western via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Wigan North Western via Birmingham Coach Station, Birmingham - Jennens Road, Warrington Interchange, and Warrington Bank Quay in around 9h 45m.

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