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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Halifax is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Halifax is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Wigan and Halifax?

No, there is no direct bus from Wigan to Halifax station. However, there are services departing from Grand Arcade and arriving at Halifax Bus Station Entrance via Bolton Interchange and Rochdale Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Halifax?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wigan Wallgate and arriving at Halifax. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Wigan to Halifax?

The distance between Wigan and Halifax is 50 miles. The road distance is 43.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Halifax without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £16 - £30.

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

The train from Wigan Wallgate to Halifax takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Halifax bus from?

Wigan to Halifax bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Grand Arcade station.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Halifax train from?

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

Train or bus from Wigan to Halifax?

The best way to get from Wigan to Halifax is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £16 - £30. Alternatively, you can line 575 bus and line 471 bus and line 587 bus, which costs and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Wigan to Halifax bus arrive?

Wigan to Halifax bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Bolton Interchange station.

Where does the Wigan to Halifax train arrive?

Wigan to Halifax train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Halifax station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Halifax?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Halifax is 44 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Wigan to Halifax.

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

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Where can I stay near Halifax?

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Wigan to Halifax - 6 ways to travel via train, line 575 bus, and line 471 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Wigan to Halifax by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Halifaxtrain Wigan Wallgate - Leeds
1h 30m
£16–30
Drive 43.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wigan to Halifaxcar 43.4 mi
54 min
£11–16
Line 575 bus, line 471 bus, line 587 bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Arcade to Bolton Interchangebus 575 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Rochdale Interchangebus 471
3. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Halifax Bus Station Entrancebus 587
3h 50m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wigan to Halifaxtaxi 43.4 mi
54 min
£190–230
Train via Rochdale
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Rochdaletrain Wigan Wallgate - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Rochdale to Halifaxtrain Manchester Victoria - Leeds / ...
1h 47m
£16–30
Train, line 591 bus
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Todmordentrain Wigan Wallgate - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Todmorden Bus Station to Bull Greenbus 592 / ...
2h 14m

Wigan to Halifax by train

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Distance: 49.5 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Wigan Wallgate to Halifax 5 times a week. Tickets cost £16–30 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Arcade to Halifax Bus Station Entrance via Bolton Interchange and Rochdale Interchange in around 3h 50m.

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