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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Kirkby is to train which costs £3 - £7 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Kirkby is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £70 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Wigan and Kirkby?

No, there is no direct bus from Wigan to Kirkby. However, there are services departing from Clayton Street and arriving at Old Hall Lane via Concourse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Kirkby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wigan Wallgate and arriving at Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane. Services depart every two hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Wigan to Kirkby?

The distance between Wigan and Kirkby is 11 miles. The road distance is 15.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Kirkby without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs £3 - £7.

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

The train from Wigan Wallgate to Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane takes 27 min including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Kirkby bus from?

Wigan to Kirkby bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Clayton Street station.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Kirkby train from?

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

Train or bus from Wigan to Kirkby?

The best way to get from Wigan to Kirkby is to train which takes 27 min and costs £3 - £7. Alternatively, you can line 375 bus and line 319 bus, which costs and takes 1h 21m.

Where does the Wigan to Kirkby bus arrive?

Wigan to Kirkby bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Concourse station.

Where does the Wigan to Kirkby train arrive?

Wigan to Kirkby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Kirkby?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Kirkby is 15 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Wigan to Kirkby.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkby?

There are 2519+ hotels available in Kirkby.

Wigan to Kirkby - 5 ways to travel via train, line 375 bus, and line 319 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Wigan to Kirkby by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Tower Hill, Headbolt Lanetrain Blackburn - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane / ...
27 min
£3–7
Line 375 bus, line 319 bus
1. Take the bus from Clayton Street to Concoursebus 385 / ...
2. Take the bus from Concourse to Old Hall Lanebus 319
1h 21m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wigan to Kirkbytaxi 15.3 mi
20 min
£70–85
Drive 15.3 mi
1. Drive from Wigan to Kirkbycar 15.3 mi
20 min
£4–6
Line 352 bus, line 297 bus
1. Take the bus from Clayton Street to St Helens Central Interchangebus 352
2. Take the bus from Chalon Way West to Kirkby Bus Stationbus 297
2h 11m

Wigan to Kirkby by train

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Distance: 11.2 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Wigan, England and Kirkby, Knowsley, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Wigan Wallgate to Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane every 2 hours. Tickets cost £3–7 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clayton Street to Old Hall Lane via Concourse in around 1h 21m.

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