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

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Wigan is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Wigan is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Liverpool and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Liverpool to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Fraser Street and arriving at Clayton Street via Chalon Way West. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Wigan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Wigan North Western. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Liverpool to Wigan?

The distance between Liverpool and Wigan is 20 miles. The road distance is 19.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Liverpool to Wigan without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs £7 - £14.

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

The train from Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan North Western takes 47 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Wigan bus from?

Liverpool to Wigan bus services, operated by Metro Network, depart from Fraser Street station.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Wigan train from?

Liverpool to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Liverpool to Wigan?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Wigan is to train which takes 47 min and costs £7 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus and line 352 bus, which costs and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Liverpool to Wigan bus arrive?

Liverpool to Wigan bus services, operated by Metro Network, arrive at St Helens Central Interchange station.

Where does the Liverpool to Wigan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Liverpool to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Wigan is 20 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Liverpool to Wigan.

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

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Liverpool to Wigan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 352 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan North Westerntrain Liverpool Lime Street - Wigan North Western / ...
47 min
£7–14
Drive 19.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Liverpool to Wigancar 19.6 mi
32 min
£5–7
Bus, line 352 bus
1. Take the bus from Fraser Street to St Helens Central Interchangebus 10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chalon Way West to Clayton Streetbus 352
2h 15m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Liverpool to Wigantaxi 19.6 mi
32 min
£40–55

Liverpool to Wigan by train

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Distance: 19.9 mi
Duration: 47 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan North Western every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–14 and the journey takes 47 min. TransPennine Express also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fraser Street to Clayton Street via St Helens Central Interchange and Chalon Way West in around 2h 15m.

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