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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson to Wigan is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson to Wigan is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Nelson and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson to Wigan station. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Wigan Bus Station via Queensgate Depot, Bus Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Nelson and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Nelson to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Nelson and arriving at Wigan North Western via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Nelson to Wigan?

The distance between Nelson and Wigan is 42 miles. The road distance is 35.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nelson to Wigan without a car is to train via Preston which takes 1h 31m and costs £15 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Nelson to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Wigan bus from?

Nelson to Wigan bus services, operated by Moving People, depart from Queensgate Depot station.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Wigan train from?

Nelson to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Nelson station.

Train or bus from Nelson to Wigan?

The best way to get from Nelson to Wigan is to train via Preston which takes 1h 31m and costs £15 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus and line 632 bus, which costs and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Nelson to Wigan bus arrive?

Nelson to Wigan bus services, operated by Moving People, arrive at Arrival Stand station.

Where does the Nelson to Wigan train arrive?

Nelson to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Nelson to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson to Wigan is 35 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Nelson to Wigan.

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

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Nelson to Wigan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 632 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train via Preston
best
1. Take the train from Nelson to Prestontrain Colne - Preston / ...
1h 31m
£16–30
Drive 35.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nelson to Wigancar 35.1 mi
49 min
£9–13
Bus, line 632 bus
1. Take the bus from Queensgate Depot to Arrival Standbus Hs1
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 2
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Wigan Bus Stationbus 632
3h 25m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nelson to Wigantaxi 35.1 mi
49 min
£70–90
Train
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Wigan Wallgatetrain Blackburn - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane / ...
2h 56m
£18–35

Nelson to Wigan by train

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1h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 41.6 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Nelson, Lancashire, England and Wigan, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Nelson to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £10–19 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Interchange to Wigan Bus Station via Queensgate Depot, Arrival Stand, Bus Station, and Rail Station in around 3h 25m.

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