What is the cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Wigan?

The cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Wigan is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Wigan?

The fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Wigan is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct train between Ellesmere Port and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Ellesmere Port to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Ellesmere Port and arriving at Wigan North Western via Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Ellesmere Port to Wigan?

The distance between Ellesmere Port and Wigan is 32 miles. The road distance is 32.1 miles.

How do I travel from Ellesmere Port to Wigan without a car?

The best way to get from Ellesmere Port to Wigan without a car is to line 2 bus and train which takes 1h 49m and costs £8 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Ellesmere Port to Wigan?

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Ellesmere Port to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere Port to Wigan train from?

Ellesmere Port to Wigan train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Ellesmere Port station.

Where does the Ellesmere Port to Wigan train arrive?

Ellesmere Port to Wigan train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Liverpool Central Loop Line station.

Can I drive from Ellesmere Port to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellesmere Port to Wigan is 32 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Ellesmere Port to Wigan.

How do I get a train ticket from Ellesmere Port to Wigan?

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Where can I stay near Wigan?

There are 1022+ hotels available in Wigan.

Ellesmere Port to Wigan - 4 ways to travel via train, line 2 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Line 2 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Co-opbus 2 / ...
2. Take the train from Frodsham to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Chester - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 49m
£8–15
Train
1. Take the train from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool Central Loop Linetrain Ellesmere Port - Ellesmere Port / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan North Westerntrain Liverpool Lime Street - Wigan North Western / ...
1h 52m
£13–27
Drive 31.9 mi
1. Drive from Ellesmere Port to Wigancar 31.9 mi
41 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ellesmere Port to Wigantaxi 31.9 mi
41 min
£140–170

Ellesmere Port to Wigan by bus and train

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1h 49mAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 31.6 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Ellesmere Port, England and Wigan, England?

You can take a train from Ellesmere Port to Wigan North Western via Liverpool Central Loop Line and Liverpool Lime Street in around 1h 52m.

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