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

The cheapest way to get from Barrowford to Wigan is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Barrowford to Wigan is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Barrowford and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Barrowford to Wigan station. However, there are services departing from Colbran Street and arriving at Wigan Bus Station via Queensgate Depot, Bus Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Barrowford and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Barrowford to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Nelson and arriving at Wigan North Western via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Barrowford to Wigan?

The distance between Barrowford and Wigan is 42 miles. The road distance is 35.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barrowford to Wigan without a car is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £15 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Barrowford to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barrowford to Wigan bus from?

Barrowford to Wigan bus services, operated by Moving People, depart from Queensgate Depot station.

Where do I catch the Barrowford to Wigan train from?

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

Train or bus from Barrowford to Wigan?

The best way to get from Barrowford to Wigan is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £15 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus and line 632 bus, which costs and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Barrowford to Wigan bus arrive?

Barrowford to Wigan bus services, operated by Moving People, arrive at Arrival Stand station.

Where does the Barrowford to Wigan train arrive?

Barrowford to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Barrowford to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Barrowford to Wigan is 35 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Barrowford to Wigan.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nelson to Prestontrain Colne - Preston / ...
1h 31m
£16–30
Drive 35 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barrowford to Wigancar 35 mi
47 min
£9–13
Bus, line 632 bus
1. Take the bus from Queensgate Depot to Arrival Standbus Hs1
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 2
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Wigan Bus Stationbus 632
3h 35m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barrowford to Wigantaxi 35 mi
47 min
£70–90
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Colbran Street to Bus Stationbus M5 / ...
2. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Wigan Wallgatetrain Blackburn - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane / ...
3h 1m

Barrowford to Wigan by train

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Distance: 41.6 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Nelson to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £10–19 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Colbran Street to Wigan Bus Station via Queensgate Depot, Arrival Stand, Bus Station, and Rail Station in around 3h 35m.

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