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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Barnsley is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Barnsley is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate and arriving at Barnsley via Manchester Victoria and Huddersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Wigan to Barnsley?

The distance between Wigan and Barnsley is 64 miles. The road distance is 57.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Barnsley without a car is to train via Manchester Victoria which takes 2h 53m and costs £24 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Wigan to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Barnsley train from?

Wigan to Barnsley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wigan Wallgate station.

Where does the Wigan to Barnsley train arrive?

Wigan to Barnsley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Barnsley is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Wigan to Barnsley.

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

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

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

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Train via Manchester Victoria
best
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Huddersfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Huddersfield to Barnsleytrain
2h 53m
£24–44
Drive 57.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wigan to Barnsleycar 57.3 mi
1h 20m
£14–21
Train
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Leedstrain Wigan Wallgate - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Barnsleytrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
3h 20m
£38–69
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Dewsburytrain Wigan Wallgate - Leeds
2. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Barnsley Interchange/A13bus 59 / ...
3h 46m
£29–50

Wigan to Barnsley by train

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2h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 63.3 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a train from Wigan Wallgate to Barnsley via Manchester Victoria and Huddersfield in around 2h 53m.

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