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

The cheapest way to get from Eccles to Wigan is to line 132 bus which costs £4 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eccles to Wigan is to train which takes 25 min and costs £6 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Eccles and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Eccles to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Eccles Interchange and arriving at Wallgate via The Trafford Centre Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Eccles and Wigan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Eccles (Manchester) and arriving at Wigan North Western. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Eccles to Wigan?

The distance between Eccles and Wigan is 17 miles. The road distance is 16.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eccles to Wigan without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs £6 - £13.

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

The train from Eccles (Manchester) to Wigan North Western takes 25 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Eccles to Wigan bus from?

Eccles to Wigan bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from The Trafford Centre Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Eccles to Wigan train from?

Eccles to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Eccles (Manchester) station.

Train or bus from Eccles to Wigan?

The best way to get from Eccles to Wigan is to train which takes 25 min and costs £6 - £13. Alternatively, you can line 132 bus, which costs £4 and takes 1h 32m.

Where does the Eccles to Wigan bus arrive?

Eccles to Wigan bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Wallgate station.

Where does the Eccles to Wigan train arrive?

Eccles to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Eccles to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Eccles to Wigan is 16 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Eccles to Wigan.

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

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Where can I stay near Wigan?

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Eccles to Wigan - 5 ways to travel via train, line 132 bus, taxi, and car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eccles (Manchester) to Wigan North Westerntrain Manchester Victoria - Wigan North Western
25 min
£6–13
Line 132 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Trafford Centre Bus Station to Wallgatebus 132
1h 32m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Eccles to Wigantaxi 16.2 mi
32 min
£35–45
Drive 16.2 mi
1. Drive from Eccles to Wigancar 16.2 mi
32 min
£4–6
Line 67 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Eccles Interchange to Salford Crescent Rail Stationbus 67 / ...
2. Take the train from Salford Crescent to Wigan Wallgatetrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
59 min
£9–15

Eccles to Wigan by train

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Distance: 17.3 mi
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Eccles, Salford, England and Wigan, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Eccles (Manchester) to Wigan North Western twice daily. Tickets cost £6–13 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, Bee Network operates a bus from The Trafford Centre Bus Station to Wallgate every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h 4m.

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