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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Somerset is to train and bus and line 376 bus and line 374 bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 8h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Somerset is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Wigan and Somerset?

No, there is no direct bus from Wigan station to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station and arriving at Verriers via Market Street, Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Wigan North Western and arriving at Taunton via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Wigan to Somerset?

The distance between Wigan and Somerset is 231 miles. The road distance is 207.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Somerset without a car is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Wigan to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Somerset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wigan to Somerset train from?

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

Train or bus from Wigan to Somerset?

The best way to get from Wigan to Somerset is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 9h 12m.

Where does the Wigan to Somerset bus arrive?

Wigan to Somerset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Wigan to Somerset train arrive?

Wigan to Somerset train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Somerset is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Wigan to Somerset.

Where can I stay near Somerset?

There are 790+ hotels available in Somerset.

Wigan to Somerset - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 376 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Wigan to Somerset by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Tauntontrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 22m
£88–143
Train, bus, line 376 bus, line 374 bus
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1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lower Durstonbus 374
8h 29m
£29–49
Drive 206 mi
1. Drive from Wigan to Somersetcar 206 mi
3h 25m
£51–74
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane MAN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
7h 27m
£82–193
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Verriersbus 101 / ...
9h 12m
£37–62

Wigan to Somerset by train and bus

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Distance: 230 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

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

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Shovel Lane via Birmingham New Street, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, and Castle Way in around 5h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Verriers via Bag Lane, Market Street, St Peter's Square, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 12m.

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