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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Wigan is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Wigan is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £40 - £130.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Wigan North Western via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Wigan?

The distance between Cardiff and Wigan is 175 miles. The road distance is 172.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Wigan without a car is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Cardiff to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Wigan bus from?

Cardiff to Wigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Wigan train from?

Cardiff to Wigan train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Wigan?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Wigan is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Cardiff to Wigan bus arrive?

Cardiff to Wigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Rd station.

Where does the Cardiff to Wigan train arrive?

Cardiff to Wigan train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Wigan is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Cardiff to Wigan.

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

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Where can I stay near Wigan?

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Cardiff to Wigan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at College Avenue via Lordswood Rd, Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand F. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 38m
£42–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rdbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Warrington Interchangebus Uk021
6h 51m
£33–52
Drive 171.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Wigancar 171.4 mi
3h 45m
£42–61
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BRS - LPL
6h 36m
£74–171
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 19m
£35–156

Cardiff to Wigan by train

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Distance: 173.7 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Wigan North Western via Crewe in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to College Avenue via Lordswood Rd, Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway, and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand F in around 6h 51m.

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