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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Swansea is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Swansea is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Wigan and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Wigan station to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Market Street, Manchester Central Coach Station and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Wigan North Western and arriving at Swansea via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Wigan to Swansea?

The distance between Wigan and Swansea is 220 miles. The road distance is 176.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Wigan to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Swansea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wigan to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Wigan to Swansea?

The best way to get from Wigan to Swansea is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 18m.

Where does the Wigan to Swansea bus arrive?

Wigan to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Wigan to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wigan to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Swansea is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Wigan to Swansea.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Wigan to Swansea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
5h 1m
£83–151
Drive 175.5 mi
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1. Drive from Wigan to Swanseacar 175.5 mi
3h 48m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
8h 18m
£47–109

Wigan to Swansea by train

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Distance: 219.1 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

What companies run services between Wigan, England and Swansea, Wales?

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Swansea via Crewe in around 5h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Bag Lane, Market Street, St Peter's Square, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Sophia Gardens in around 8h 18m.

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