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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Wigan is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Wigan is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £65 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Wallgate via St Peter's Square and Sumner Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Wigan North Western via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Wales to Wigan?

The distance between Wales and Wigan is 175 miles. The road distance is 172.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Wigan without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Wales to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Wigan bus from?

Wales to Wigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Wigan train from?

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

Train or bus from Wales to Wigan?

The best way to get from Wales to Wigan is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Wales to Wigan bus arrive?

Wales to Wigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Wales to Wigan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wales to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Wigan is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Wales to Wigan.

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

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Where can I stay near Wigan?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 40m
£69–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
5h 57m
£39–87
Drive 171.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Wigancar 171.4 mi
3h 45m
£42–61
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 23m
£89–137

Wales to Wigan by train

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3h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.7 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Wales and Wigan, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Wigan North Western via Crewe in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Station twice a week. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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