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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Helmsley is to bus and line 843 bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Helmsley is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Wigan and Helmsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Wigan station to Helmsley. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station and arriving at Market Place via Market Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Wigan to Helmsley?

The distance between Wigan and Helmsley is 118 miles. The road distance is 103.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Helmsley without a car is to train and bus via York which takes 4h 39m and costs £35 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Wigan to Helmsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Helmsley bus from?

Wigan to Helmsley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Wigan to Helmsley bus arrive?

Wigan to Helmsley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Helmsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Helmsley is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Wigan to Helmsley.

Where can I stay near Helmsley?

There are 836+ hotels available in Helmsley.

Wigan to Helmsley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 843 bus, and car

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

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Train, bus via York
best
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Market Placebus M31
4h 39m
£35–60
Bus, line 843 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 843 / ...
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Market Placebus M31
7h 30m
£18–31
Drive 102.7 mi
1. Drive from Wigan to Helmsleycar 102.7 mi
2h 4m
£26–37
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Todmordentrain
2. Take the train from Todmorden to Northallertontrain
3. Take the bus from County Hall to Market Placebus M5
5h 48m
£46–83

Wigan to Helmsley by train and bus

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4h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 117.7 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Market Place via Bag Lane, Market Street, St Peter's Square, Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station, and Rail Station in around 7h 30m.

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