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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Accrington is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Accrington is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Wigan and Accrington?

No, there is no direct bus from Wigan station to Accrington station. However, there are services departing from Wigan Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Accrington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wigan Wallgate and arriving at Accrington. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Wigan to Accrington?

The distance between Wigan and Accrington is 32 miles. The road distance is 25 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Accrington without a car is to train via Preston which takes 1h 11m and costs £11 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Wigan to Accrington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Accrington bus from?

Wigan to Accrington bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Wigan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Accrington train from?

Wigan to Accrington train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Train or bus from Wigan to Accrington?

The best way to get from Wigan to Accrington is to train via Preston which takes 1h 11m and costs £11 - £24. Alternatively, you can line 632 bus and line 2 bus and line 7 bus, which costs and takes 2h 14m.

Where does the Wigan to Accrington bus arrive?

Wigan to Accrington bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Wigan to Accrington train arrive?

Wigan to Accrington train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Accrington?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Accrington is 25 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Wigan to Accrington.

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

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Wigan to Accrington - 5 ways to travel via train, line 632 bus, and line 2 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Wigan to Accrington by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Preston
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Prestontrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Accringtontrain Preston - Colne / ...
1h 11m
£11–24
Drive 24.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wigan to Accringtoncar 24.8 mi
42 min
£6–9
Line 632 bus, line 2 bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Wigan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 632
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arrival Standbus 2 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 7 / ...
2h 14m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wigan to Accringtontaxi 24.8 mi
42 min
£50–65
Train
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Accringtontrain Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane - Blackburn / ...
1h 38m
£20–40

Wigan to Accrington by train

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Distance: 32.2 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

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

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Accrington via Preston in around 1h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wigan Bus Station to Bus Station via Bus Station, Arrival Stand, and Bus Station in around 2h 14m.

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