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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Wigan is to line 110 bus and bus which costs £13 - £26 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Wigan is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Wallgate via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, St Peter's Square and Sumner Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Wigan Wallgate via Huddersfield and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Wakefield to Wigan?

The distance between Wakefield and Wigan is 57 miles. The road distance is 55 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Wigan without a car is to train which takes 2h and costs £21 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Wakefield to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Wigan bus from?

Wakefield to Wigan bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Wakefield Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Wigan train from?

Wakefield to Wigan train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Wigan?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Wigan is to train which takes 2h and costs £21 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 110 bus and bus, which costs £13 - £26 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Wakefield to Wigan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wakefield to Wigan train arrive?

Wakefield to Wigan train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Huddersfield station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Wigan is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Wakefield to Wigan.

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

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Wakefield to Wigan - 3 ways to travel via train, line 110 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Wakefield to Wigan by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Huddersfieldtrain
2. Take the train from Huddersfield to Manchester Victoriatrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgatetrain
2h
£21–38
Line 110 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 110 / ...
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 10m
£14–26
Drive 54.6 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Wigancar 54.6 mi
1h 13m
£14–20

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Distance: 57.1 mi
Duration: 2h

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Wigan Wallgate via Huddersfield and Manchester Victoria in around 2h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Wallgate via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, St Peter's Square, Market Street, and Sumner Street in around 4h 10m.

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