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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Whitby is to bus which costs £13 - £19 and takes 8h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Whitby is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Wigan and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Wigan station to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station and arriving at Boyes via Market Street, Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate and arriving at Whitby via Manchester Victoria and Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Wigan to Whitby?

The distance between Wigan and Whitby is 170 miles. The road distance is 128.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Wigan to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Whitby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wigan to Whitby train from?

Wigan to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Wigan to Whitby?

The best way to get from Wigan to Whitby is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs £45 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £19 and takes 8h 29m.

Where does the Wigan to Whitby bus arrive?

Wigan to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Wigan to Whitby train arrive?

Wigan to Whitby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Middlesbrough station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Whitby is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Wigan to Whitby.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain Middlesbrough - Whitby / ...
6h 20m
£47–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
8h 29m
£14–19
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Leedstrain Wigan Wallgate - Leeds
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
7h 6m
£27–45
Drive 127.6 mi
1. Drive from Wigan to Whitbycar 127.6 mi
2h 27m
£32–46
Train via Todmorden
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Todmordentrain
2. Take the train from Todmorden to Middlesbroughtrain
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitbytrain
6h 56m
£53–97

Wigan to Whitby by train

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Distance: 169.1 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Wigan, England and Whitby, North Yorkshire, England?

You can take a train from Wigan Wallgate to Whitby via Manchester Victoria and Middlesbrough in around 6h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Boyes via Bag Lane, Market Street, St Peter's Square, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 8h 29m.

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