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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Wigan is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Wigan is to train which takes 41 min and costs £7 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Wigan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Wigan North Western. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Blackpool to Wigan?

The distance between Blackpool and Wigan is 33 miles. The road distance is 34.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Wigan without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs £7 - £65.

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

The train from Blackpool North to Wigan North Western takes 41 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Wigan train from?

Blackpool to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Wigan?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Wigan is to train which takes 41 min and costs £7 - £65. Alternatively, you can line 61 bus, which costs £6 - £55 and takes 1h 44m.

Where does the Blackpool to Wigan train arrive?

Blackpool to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Wigan is 34 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Blackpool to Wigan.

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

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Where can I stay near Wigan?

There are 977+ hotels available in Wigan.

Blackpool to Wigan - 4 ways to travel via train, line 61 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Wigan North Westerntrain Blackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
41 min
£7–65
Line 61 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Street to Bus Stationbus 61
1h 44m
£6–53
Drive 34 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Wigancar 34 mi
54 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackpool to Wigantaxi 34 mi
54 min
£75–90

Blackpool to Wigan by train

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Distance: 32.4 mi
Duration: 41 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Blackpool North to Wigan North Western hourly. Tickets cost £7–9 and the journey takes 41 min. Avanti West Coast also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from Buchanan Street to Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 1h 6m.

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