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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Wigan is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Wigan is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Clayton Street via Queen Square Bus Station and Chalon Way West. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Wigan North Western via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Chester to Wigan?

The distance between Chester and Wigan is 30 miles. The road distance is 35.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Wigan without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs £11 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Chester to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Wigan bus from?

Chester to Wigan bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Wigan train from?

Chester to Wigan train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Wigan?

The best way to get from Chester to Wigan is to train which takes 58 min and costs £11 - £20. Alternatively, you can bus and line 352 bus, which costs and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Chester to Wigan bus arrive?

Chester to Wigan bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Queen Square station.

Where does the Chester to Wigan train arrive?

Chester to Wigan train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Chester to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Wigan is 35 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Chester to Wigan.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
58 min
£11–19
Drive 34.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Wigancar 34.9 mi
46 min
£9–13
Bus, line 352 bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Queen Squarebus 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to St Helens Central Interchangebus 10A / ...
3. Take the bus from Chalon Way West to Clayton Streetbus 352
4h 8m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chester to Wigantaxi 34.9 mi
46 min
£85–110

Chester to Wigan by train

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Distance: 29.5 mi
Duration: 58 min

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

You can take a train from Chester to Wigan North Western via Warrington Bank Quay in around 58 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Clayton Street via Queen Square, Queen Square Bus Station, St Helens Central Interchange, and Chalon Way West in around 4h 8m.

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