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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Wigan is to bus which costs £20 - £45 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Wigan is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Wigan. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Warrington Interchange via Birmingham - Jennens Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Wigan North Western via Nuneaton and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Leicester to Wigan?

The distance between Leicester and Wigan is 115 miles. The road distance is 105 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Wigan without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 1m and costs £30 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Leicester to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Wigan bus from?

Leicester to Wigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Wigan train from?

Leicester to Wigan train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Wigan?

The best way to get from Leicester to Wigan is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 1m and costs £30 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £45 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Leicester to Wigan bus arrive?

Leicester to Wigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Leicester to Wigan train arrive?

Leicester to Wigan train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Nuneaton station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Wigan is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Leicester to Wigan.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Wigan by train, bus, or car

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Nuneatontrain
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain
3h 1m
£32–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Warrington Interchangebus Uk021
5h 25m
£21–42
Drive 104.4 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Wigancar 104.4 mi
2h 4m
£26–38
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 17m
£51–84
Train #2
1. Take the train from Leicester to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Wigan Wallgatetrain
4h 53m
£61–94

Leicester to Wigan by train

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Distance: 114.7 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Wigan, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Wigan North Western via Nuneaton and Crewe in around 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Wigan North Western via Birmingham Coach Station, Birmingham - Jennens Road, Warrington Interchange, and Warrington Bank Quay in around 5h 25m.

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