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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Wigan is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Wigan is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley to Wigan. However, there are services departing from St James Street and arriving at Arrival Stand via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Wigan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Wigan Wallgate. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Burnley to Wigan?

The distance between Burnley and Wigan is 38 miles. The road distance is 31.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Wigan without a car is to train via Preston which takes 59 min and costs £11 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 59 min to get from Burnley to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Wigan bus from?

Burnley to Wigan bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from St James Street station.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Wigan train from?

Burnley to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.

Train or bus from Burnley to Wigan?

The best way to get from Burnley to Wigan is to train via Preston which takes 59 min and costs £11 - £23. Alternatively, you can line 152 bus, which costs and takes 2h 13m.

Where does the Burnley to Wigan bus arrive?

Burnley to Wigan bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Arrival Stand station.

Where does the Burnley to Wigan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Burnley to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Wigan is 31 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Burnley to Wigan.

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

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Burnley to Wigan - 5 ways to travel via train, line 152 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train via Preston
best
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Prestontrain York - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Wigan North Westerntrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
59 min
£12–23
Drive 31.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Burnley to Wigancar 31.1 mi
44 min
£8–12
Line 152 bus
1. Take the bus from St James Street to Arrival Standbus 152
2h 13m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Burnley to Wigantaxi 31.1 mi
44 min
£130–170
Train
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Wigan Wallgatetrain Blackburn - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane / ...
1h 33m
£14–27

Burnley to Wigan by train

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Distance: 38.1 mi
Duration: 59 min

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Wigan North Western via Preston in around 59 min. Alternatively, The Blackburn Bus Company operates a bus from St James Street to Arrival Stand hourly, and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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