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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Wigan is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 45m.

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 - £110.

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 - £110.

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 train from?

Wales to Wigan train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central 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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There are 3 ways to get from Wales to Wigan by train 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
£67–109
Drive 171.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Wigancar 171.4 mi
3h 45m
£43–61
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 22m
£84–124

Wales to Wigan by train

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3h 40mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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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.

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