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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Skegness is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Skegness is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Wigan North Western and arriving at Skegness via Crewe and Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Wigan to Skegness?

The distance between Wigan and Skegness is 183 miles. The road distance is 148.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Skegness without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 15m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Wigan to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Skegness train from?

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

Where does the Wigan to Skegness train arrive?

Wigan to Skegness train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Skegness is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Wigan to Skegness.

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

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1877+ hotels available in Skegness.

Wigan to Skegness - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 251 bus

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain
6h 15m
£83–131
Drive 148 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wigan to Skegnesscar 148 mi
3h 4m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain Nottingham - Skegness
6h 20m
£88–139
Train, line 251 bus, line 50 bus, line 59 bus
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Grimsby Towntrain
3. Take the bus from St James Church Stop 2 to Bus Stationbus 251
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 50 / ...
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lumley Avenuebus 59
8h 56m

Wigan to Skegness by train

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6h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 182.1 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

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

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Skegness via Crewe and Nottingham in around 6h 15m.

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