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

The cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Wigan is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Wigan is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Birkenhead and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Birkenhead station to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Queen Square Bus Station and arriving at Clayton Street via Chalon Way West. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Birkenhead and Wigan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Wigan North Western. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Birkenhead to Wigan?

The distance between Birkenhead and Wigan is 20 miles. The road distance is 22.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Wigan without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs £7 - £14.

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

The train from Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan North Western takes 47 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Wigan bus from?

Birkenhead to Wigan bus services, operated by Metro Network, depart from Queen Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Wigan train from?

Birkenhead to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Birkenhead to Wigan?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Wigan is to train which takes 47 min and costs £7 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus and line 352 bus, which costs and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Birkenhead to Wigan bus arrive?

Birkenhead to Wigan bus services, operated by Metro Network, arrive at St Helens Central Interchange station.

Where does the Birkenhead to Wigan train arrive?

Birkenhead to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Birkenhead to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Birkenhead to Wigan is 22 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Birkenhead to Wigan.

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

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Birkenhead to Wigan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 352 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Birkenhead to Wigan by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan North Westerntrain Liverpool Lime Street - Wigan North Western / ...
47 min
£7–14
Drive 22.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birkenhead to Wigancar 22.2 mi
39 min
£6–8
Bus, line 352 bus
1. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to St Helens Central Interchangebus 10A / ...
2. Take the bus from Chalon Way West to Clayton Streetbus 352
2h 10m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Birkenhead to Wigantaxi 22.2 mi
39 min
£45–60

Birkenhead to Wigan by train

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Distance: 19.9 mi
Duration: 47 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan North Western every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–14 and the journey takes 47 min. TransPennine Express also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Clayton Street via St Helens Central Interchange and Chalon Way West in around 2h 10m.

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