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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Wigan is to line 140 bus and bus which costs £13 - £26 and takes 4h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Wigan is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at Wallgate via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, St Peter's Square and Sumner Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Wigan Wallgate via Leeds and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Wigan?

The distance between Pontefract and Wigan is 79 miles. The road distance is 65.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Wigan without a car is to train via Manchester Victoria which takes 2h 34m and costs £29 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Pontefract to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Wigan bus from?

Pontefract to Wigan bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Stuart Road B station.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Wigan train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontefract to Wigan?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Wigan is to train via Manchester Victoria which takes 2h 34m and costs £29 - £60. Alternatively, you can line 140 bus and bus, which costs £13 - £26 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Pontefract to Wigan bus arrive?

Pontefract to Wigan bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Pontefract to Wigan train arrive?

Pontefract to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Wigan is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Pontefract to Wigan.

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Pontefract to Wigan - 4 ways to travel via train, line 140 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train via Manchester Victoria
best
1. Take the train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Victoriatrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgatetrain
2h 34m
£29–56
Line 140 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Market Streetbus V2
4h 38m
£14–26
Drive 65 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Wigancar 65 mi
1h 13m
£16–23
Train
1. Take the train from Dewsbury to Wigan Wallgatetrain Leeds - Wigan Wallgate
4h 19m
£26–49

Pontefract to Wigan by train

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Distance: 78.4 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Wigan Wallgate via Leeds and Manchester Victoria in around 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Wallgate via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, St Peter's Square, Market Street, and Sumner Street in around 4h 38m.

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