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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Sunderland is to line 132 bus and bus which costs £16 - £26 and takes 6h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Wigan and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Wigan station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station and arriving at Interchange via Market Street and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Wigan North Western and arriving at Sunderland via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Wigan to Sunderland?

The distance between Wigan and Sunderland is 178 miles. The road distance is 132.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Sunderland without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 13m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Wigan to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Sunderland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wigan to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Wigan to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Wigan to Sunderland is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 13m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the Wigan to Sunderland bus arrive?

Wigan to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Wigan to Sunderland train arrive?

Wigan to Sunderland train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Sunderland is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Wigan to Sunderland.

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

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Wigan to Sunderland - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 132 bus

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

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
4h 13m
£65–112
Line 132 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to The Trafford Centre Bus Stationbus 132
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk073
6h 17m
£17–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
6h 16m
£29–69
Drive 131.5 mi
1. Drive from Wigan to Sunderlandcar 131.5 mi
2h 44m
£32–47
Train
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Todmordentrain
2. Take the train from Todmorden to Middlesbroughtrain
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain
5h 46m
£62–114

Wigan to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 176.8 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Sunderland via Carlisle in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchange every 3 hours. Tickets cost £25–65 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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