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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Wigan Pier is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Wigan Pier is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Wigan Pier?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Wigan Pier. 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 11m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Wigan Pier?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Wigan Pier. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Wigan North Western via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Chester to Wigan Pier?

The distance between Chester and Wigan Pier is 30 miles. The road distance is 35.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Wigan Pier without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £11 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Chester to Wigan Pier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Wigan Pier bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Wigan Pier train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Wigan Pier?

The best way to get from Chester to Wigan Pier is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £11 - £20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Chester to Wigan Pier bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chester to Wigan Pier train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Wigan Pier?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Wigan Pier is 35 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Chester to Wigan Pier.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Wigan Pier 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 / ...
1h 5m
£11–19
Drive 35 mi
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1. Drive from Chester to Wigan Piercar 35 mi
47 min
£9–13
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 / ...
4h 11m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chester to Wigan Piertaxi 35 mi
47 min
£85–110

Chester to Wigan Pier by train and foot

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Distance: 29.9 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Wigan Pier via Warrington Bank Quay and Wigan North Western in around 1h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Wigan Pier via Queen Square, Queen Square Bus Station, St Helens Central Interchange, Chalon Way West, and Clayton Street in around 4h 11m.

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