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

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Wigan Pier is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Wigan Pier is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Liverpool and Wigan Pier?

No, there is no direct bus from Liverpool to Wigan Pier. However, there are services departing from Fraser Street and arriving at Wigan Pier via Chalon Way West. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Wigan Pier?

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 Pier?

The distance between Liverpool and Wigan Pier is 20 miles. The road distance is 19.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Liverpool to Wigan Pier without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £7 - £14.

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

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 Pier bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Wigan Pier train from?

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

Train or bus from Liverpool to Wigan Pier?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Wigan Pier is to train which takes 54 min and costs £7 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus and line 352 bus, which costs and takes 2h 9m.

Where does the Liverpool to Wigan Pier bus arrive?

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

Where does the Liverpool to Wigan Pier train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Liverpool to Wigan Pier?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Wigan Pier is 20 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Liverpool to Wigan Pier.

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

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Where can I stay near Wigan Pier?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Liverpool to Wigan Pier 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 / ...
54 min
£7–14
Drive 19.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Liverpool to Wigan Piercar 19.7 mi
33 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 Wigan Pierbus 352
2h 9m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Liverpool to Wigan Piertaxi 19.7 mi
33 min
£40–55

Liverpool to Wigan Pier by train and foot

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Distance: 20.3 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Liverpool, England and Wigan Pier, 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 Wigan Pier via St Helens Central Interchange, Chalon Way West, and Wigan Pier in around 2h 9m.

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