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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Wigan is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Wigan is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Wallgate via Sophia Gardens, St Peter's Square and Leigh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Wigan North Western via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Swansea to Wigan?

The distance between Swansea and Wigan is 220 miles. The road distance is 176.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Wigan without a car is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Swansea to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Wigan bus from?

Swansea to Wigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Wigan train from?

Swansea to Wigan train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Swansea station.

Train or bus from Swansea to Wigan?

The best way to get from Swansea to Wigan is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 7h 57m.

Where does the Swansea to Wigan bus arrive?

Swansea to Wigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Swansea to Wigan train arrive?

Swansea to Wigan train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Wigan is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Swansea to Wigan.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Crewetrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 39m
£86–145
Drive 175.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Wigancar 175.6 mi
3h 49m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
7h 57m
£47–108
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain
5h 30m
£85–154

Swansea to Wigan by train

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Distance: 219.1 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Wigan, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to Wigan North Western via Crewe in around 4h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Wallgate via Sophia Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, St Peter's Square, and Leigh Bus Station in around 7h 57m.

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