What is the cheapest way to get from Watford to Leigh?

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Leigh is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 7h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford to Leigh?

The fastest way to get from Watford to Leigh is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Leigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Leigh station. However, there are services departing from Clarendon Road and arriving at Leigh Bus Station via Black Boy PH, Airport Bus Station, Milton Keynes Coachway and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

How far is it from Watford to Leigh?

The distance between Watford and Leigh is 181 miles. The road distance is 183.9 miles.

How do I travel from Watford to Leigh without a car?

The best way to get from Watford to Leigh without a car is to train and line 35 bus which takes 4h 7m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Watford to Leigh?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Watford to Leigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Leigh bus from?

Watford to Leigh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Bus or fly from Watford to Leigh?

The best way to get from Watford to Leigh is to bus which takes 7h 26m and costs £35 - £95. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £100 - £460 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Watford to Leigh bus arrive?

Watford to Leigh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Can I drive from Watford to Leigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Leigh is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Watford to Leigh.

Where can I stay near Leigh?

There are 3589+ hotels available in Leigh.

Watford to Leigh - 7 ways to travel via train, line 35 bus, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Watford to Leigh by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, line 35 bus
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Milton Keynes Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Leigh Bus Stationbus 35
4h 7m
£57–103
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
7h 26m
£38–94
Drive 182.8 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Leighcar 182.8 mi
3h 3m
£46–66
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Newton-le-Willowstrain
4h 18m
£65–260
Train, line 35 bus via Coventry
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Bletchleytrain
2. Take the train from Bletchley to Coventrytrain
3. Take the train from Coventry to Manchester Piccadillytrain
4. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Leigh Bus Stationbus 35
6h 31m
£71–135
Fly Luton Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LTN - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Newton-le-Willowstrain
6h 33m
£68–159
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
6h 57m
£103–456

Watford to Leigh by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 179.8 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Watford, England and Leigh, Wigan, England?

National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Alternatively, Aer Lingus, Loganair, and two other airlines fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL) 4 times a day.

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