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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Blackburn is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Blackburn is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Wigan and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Wigan station to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Wigan Bus Station and arriving at Mincing Lane via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Blackburn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wigan Wallgate and arriving at Blackburn. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Wigan to Blackburn?

The distance between Wigan and Blackburn is 27 miles. The road distance is 19.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Blackburn without a car is to train via Preston which takes 58 min and costs £9 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Wigan to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Blackburn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wigan to Blackburn train from?

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

Train or bus from Wigan to Blackburn?

The best way to get from Wigan to Blackburn is to train via Preston which takes 58 min and costs £9 - £20. Alternatively, you can line 632 bus and line 2 bus, which costs and takes 1h 46m.

Where does the Wigan to Blackburn bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wigan to Blackburn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wigan to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Blackburn is 20 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Wigan to Blackburn.

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

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Wigan to Blackburn - 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 Blackburn 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 Blackburntrain Preston - Colne / ...
58 min
£9–20
Drive 19.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wigan to Blackburncar 19.5 mi
36 min
£5–7
Line 632 bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Wigan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 632
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Mincing Lanebus 2 / ...
1h 46m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wigan to Blackburntaxi 19.5 mi
36 min
£40–55
Train
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Blackburntrain Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane - Blackburn / ...
1h 49m
£22–40

Wigan to Blackburn by train

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Distance: 27 mi
Duration: 58 min

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

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Blackburn via Preston in around 58 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wigan Bus Station to Mincing Lane via Bus Station in around 1h 46m.

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