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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Wigan is to bus which costs £13 - £21 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Wigan is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £29 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Birmingham - Jennens Road and arriving at Warrington Interchange via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Wigan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Wigan North Western. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Wigan?

The distance between Birmingham and Wigan is 88 miles. The road distance is 89.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Wigan without a car is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £29 - £50.

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

The train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Western takes 1h 31m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Wigan bus from?

Birmingham to Wigan bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Wigan train from?

Birmingham to Wigan train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Wigan?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Wigan is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £29 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £21 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Birmingham to Wigan bus arrive?

Birmingham to Wigan bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Warrington Interchange station.

Where does the Birmingham to Wigan train arrive?

Birmingham to Wigan train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Wigan is 90 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Birmingham to Wigan.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Wigan?

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Where can I stay near Wigan?

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Birmingham to Wigan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
1h 31m
£29–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Warrington Interchangebus Uk021
2h 24m
£13–21
Drive 89 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Wigancar 89 mi
1h 34m
£23–33
Train via Piccadilly
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgatetrain Todmorden - Wigan Wallgate / ...
2h 47m
£33–66

Birmingham to Wigan by train

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Distance: 87.8 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Western hourly. Tickets cost £29–50 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Warrington Interchange twice daily. Tickets cost £9–14 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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