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

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Wigan is to bus and line 632 bus which costs £5 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackburn to Wigan is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Blackburn and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackburn station to Wigan station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Wigan Bus Station via Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Wigan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Blackburn and arriving at Wigan Wallgate. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Blackburn to Wigan?

The distance between Blackburn and Wigan is 27 miles. The road distance is 19.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackburn to Wigan without a car is to train via Preston which takes 51 min and costs £9 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 51 min to get from Blackburn to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Wigan bus from?

Blackburn to Wigan bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Wigan train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackburn to Wigan?

The best way to get from Blackburn to Wigan is to train via Preston which takes 51 min and costs £9 - £20. Alternatively, you can bus and line 632 bus, which costs £5 and takes 1h 39m.

Where does the Blackburn to Wigan bus arrive?

Blackburn to Wigan bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Railway Station.

Where does the Blackburn to Wigan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackburn to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn to Wigan is 19 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Blackburn to Wigan.

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

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Where can I stay near Wigan?

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Blackburn to Wigan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 632 bus, and car

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

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Train via Preston
best
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Prestontrain Colne - Preston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Wigan North Westerntrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
51 min
£10–20
Bus, line 632 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 2
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Wigan Bus Stationbus 632
1h 39m
£5
Drive 19.3 mi
1. Drive from Blackburn to Wigancar 19.3 mi
36 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackburn to Wigantaxi 19.3 mi
36 min
£40–55
Train
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Wigan Wallgatetrain Blackburn - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane / ...
1h 54m
£22–45

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Distance: 27 mi
Duration: 51 min

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

You can take a train from Blackburn to Wigan North Western via Preston in around 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Wigan Bus Station via Rail Station in around 1h 39m.

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