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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Prestwich is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Prestwich is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Wigan and Prestwich?

No, there is no direct bus from Wigan station to Prestwich. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station and arriving at Longfield Centre via Boothstown Post Office and Salford Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Prestwich?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Prestwich. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate and arriving at Prestwich via Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Wigan to Prestwich?

The distance between Wigan and Prestwich is 22 miles. The road distance is 17.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Prestwich without a car is to train and tram which takes 1h 2m and costs £9 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from Wigan to Prestwich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Prestwich bus from?

Wigan to Prestwich bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Prestwich train from?

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

Where does the Wigan to Prestwich bus arrive?

Wigan to Prestwich bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Boothstown Post Office station.

Where does the Wigan to Prestwich train arrive?

Wigan to Prestwich train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Prestwich?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Prestwich is 18 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Wigan to Prestwich.

Where can I stay near Prestwich?

There are 3617+ hotels available in Prestwich.

Wigan to Prestwich - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 132 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Wigan to Prestwich by train, tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoriatrain Wigan Wallgate - Leeds / ...
2. Take the tram from Victoria to Prestwichtram Yellow Line / ...
1h 2m
£9–17
Drive 17.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wigan to Prestwichcar 17.8 mi
24 min
£5–7
Line 132 bus, line 35 bus
1. Take the bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Boothstown Post Officebus 132
2. Take the bus from Boothstown Post Office to Salford Shopping Centrebus 35
2h 15m
£6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wigan to Prestwichtaxi 17.8 mi
24 min
£40–50

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Distance: 22.2 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Longfield Centre via Boothstown Post Office and Salford Shopping Centre in around 2h 15m.

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