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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Brighton is to bus and train which costs £50 - £120 and takes 8h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Brighton is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £95 - £170.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Wigan North Western and arriving at Brighton via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Wigan to Brighton?

The distance between Wigan and Brighton is 248 miles. The road distance is 257.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Wigan to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Brighton train from?

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

Train or fly from Wigan to Brighton?

The best way to get from Wigan to Brighton is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £75 - £190 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Wigan to Brighton train arrive?

Wigan to Brighton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Brighton is 258 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Wigan to Brighton.

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

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1805+ hotels available in Brighton.

Wigan to Brighton - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Wigan to Brighton by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
3h 44m
£96–168
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to London Victoriabus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Brightontrain London Victoria - Brighton
8h 13m
£54–112
Drive 256.4 mi
1. Drive from Wigan to Brightoncar 256.4 mi
4h 27m
£62–90
Fly Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane LPL - LGW
6h 8m
£79–181
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Boltontrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Farringdon to Brightontrain
5h 30m
£100–343
Fly Manchester Airport to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - LGW
6h 3m
£73–190
Fly Manchester Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
5h 31m
£112–252

Wigan to Brighton by train and foot

210Weekly Services

3h 44mAverage Duration

£96Cheapest Price

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Distance: 246.6 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

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

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Brighton via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, easyJet and Ryanair fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) twice daily.

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