What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Wigan Pier?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Wigan Pier is to line 150 bus and line 132 bus which costs £4 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Wigan Pier?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Wigan Pier is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Wigan Pier?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Wigan Pier. However, there are services departing from Yew Tree Road and arriving at Wallgate via The Trafford Centre Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Wigan Pier?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Wigan Pier is 23 miles. The road distance is 21.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Wigan Pier without a car is to line 87 bus and train which takes 1h 57m and costs £8 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Wigan Pier?

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Greater Manchester to Wigan Pier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Wigan Pier bus from?

Greater Manchester to Wigan Pier bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Yew Tree Road station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Wigan Pier bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Wigan Pier bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at The Trafford Centre Bus Station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Wigan Pier?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Wigan Pier is 21 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Greater Manchester to Wigan Pier.

Where can I stay near Wigan Pier?

There are 1037+ hotels available in Wigan Pier.

Greater Manchester to Wigan Pier - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 87 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Wigan Pier by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 87 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Parkside Road to Chester Streetbus 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Wigan Wallgatetrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport
1h 57m
£9–17
Line 150 bus, line 132 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Yew Tree Road to The Trafford Centre Bus Stationbus 150
2. Take the bus from The Trafford Centre Bus Station to Wallgatebus 132
2h
£4
Drive 21.2 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Wigan Piercar 21.2 mi
41 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greater Manchester to Wigan Piertaxi 21.2 mi
41 min
£45–60
Bus, line 610 bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Royal Infirmary to Leigh Bus Stationbus V1
2. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station to Clayton Streetbus 611 / ...
2h 9m
£4

Greater Manchester to Wigan Pier by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 22.6 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Wigan Pier, England?

You can take a bus from Yew Tree Road to Wigan Pier via The Trafford Centre Bus Station and Wallgate in around 2h.

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