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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Wigan is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Wigan is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Bristol Bus Station and arriving at Wallgate via St Peter's Square and Leigh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Wigan North Western via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Bristol to Wigan?

The distance between Bristol and Wigan is 178 miles. The road distance is 172.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Wigan without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Bristol to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Wigan bus from?

Bristol to Wigan bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Wigan train from?

Bristol to Wigan train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train, bus or fly from Bristol to Wigan?

The best way to get from Bristol to Wigan is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 51m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Bristol to Wigan bus arrive?

Bristol to Wigan bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Bristol to Wigan train arrive?

Bristol to Wigan train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Wigan is 173 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Bristol to Wigan.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Wigan?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 39m
£78–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
5h 51m
£21–32
Drive 171.5 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Wigancar 171.5 mi
2h 51m
£43–61
Fly
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BRS - LPL
5h 46m
£61–153
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway K14bus 202 / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain
4h 51m
£68–125

Bristol to Wigan by train

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Distance: 177.1 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Wigan North Western via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 39m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 5 times a day. Tickets cost £17–28 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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