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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkby to Wigan is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkby to Wigan is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkby and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkby station to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Kirkby Bus Station and arriving at Clayton Street via Concourse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkby and Wigan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane and arriving at Wigan Wallgate. Services depart every two hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Kirkby to Wigan?

The distance between Kirkby and Wigan is 11 miles. The road distance is 15.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkby to Wigan without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs £4 - £8.

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

The train from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane to Wigan Wallgate takes 25 min including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Kirkby to Wigan bus from?

Kirkby to Wigan bus services, operated by Preston Bus, depart from Kirkby Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kirkby to Wigan train from?

Kirkby to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane station.

Train or bus from Kirkby to Wigan?

The best way to get from Kirkby to Wigan is to train which takes 25 min and costs £4 - £8. Alternatively, you can line 319 bus and line 375 bus, which costs and takes 1h 14m.

Where does the Kirkby to Wigan bus arrive?

Kirkby to Wigan bus services, operated by Preston Bus, arrive at Concourse station.

Where does the Kirkby to Wigan train arrive?

Kirkby to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan Wallgate station.

Can I drive from Kirkby to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkby to Wigan is 15 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Kirkby to Wigan.

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

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Kirkby to Wigan - 4 ways to travel via train, line 319 bus, and line 375 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane to Wigan Wallgatetrain Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane - Blackburn
25 min
£4–8
Line 319 bus, line 375 bus
1. Take the bus from Kirkby Bus Station to Concoursebus 319
2. Take the bus from Concourse to Clayton Streetbus 385 / ...
1h 14m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kirkby to Wigantaxi 15 mi
20 min
£30–40
Drive 15 mi
1. Drive from Kirkby to Wigancar 15 mi
20 min
£4–6

Kirkby to Wigan by train

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Distance: 11.2 mi
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Kirkby, Knowsley, England and Wigan, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane to Wigan Wallgate every 2 hours. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kirkby Bus Station to Clayton Street via Concourse in around 1h 14m.

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