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

The cheapest way to get from Northampton to Wigan is to bus which costs £17 - £25 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Northampton to Wigan is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Northampton and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Northampton to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Northampton Town Centre and arriving at Wallgate via St Peter's Square and Leigh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Northampton and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Northampton to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Northampton and arriving at Wigan North Western via Rugby and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Northampton to Wigan?

The distance between Northampton and Wigan is 130 miles. The road distance is 139.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Northampton to Wigan without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Northampton to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northampton to Wigan bus from?

Northampton to Wigan bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Northampton Town Centre station.

Where do I catch the Northampton to Wigan train from?

Northampton to Wigan train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Northampton station.

Train or bus from Northampton to Wigan?

The best way to get from Northampton to Wigan is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £25 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Northampton to Wigan bus arrive?

Northampton to Wigan bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Northampton to Wigan train arrive?

Northampton to Wigan train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Rugby station.

Can I drive from Northampton to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Northampton to Wigan is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Northampton to Wigan.

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

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Northampton to Wigan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Northampton to Rugbytrain
2. Take the train from Rugby to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain
2h 44m
£42–101
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Northampton Town Centre to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023
4h 26m
£17–25
Drive 138.4 mi
1. Drive from Northampton to Wigancar 138.4 mi
2h 22m
£34–49
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Coach Park to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 707
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
6h 35m
£31–73

Northampton to Wigan by train

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Distance: 129.6 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a train from Northampton to Wigan North Western via Rugby and Crewe in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Northampton Town Centre to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange once daily. Tickets cost £13–21 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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