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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Wigan is to bus which costs £21 - £45 and takes 8h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Wigan is to fly and train which takes 3h 51m and costs £85 - £330.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at College Avenue via Bus Station, Newhall St and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand F. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Wigan North Western via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Exeter to Wigan?

The distance between Exeter and Wigan is 254 miles. The road distance is 243.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Wigan without a car is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £55 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Exeter to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Wigan bus from?

Exeter to Wigan bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Wigan train from?

Exeter to Wigan train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Wigan?

The best way to get from Exeter to Wigan is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £55 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 8h 13m.

Where does the Exeter to Wigan bus arrive?

Exeter to Wigan bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Wigan train arrive?

Exeter to Wigan train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Wigan is 244 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Exeter to Wigan.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North WesternRugby - Wigan North Western / ...
4h 58m
£58–206
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand A
8h 13m
£21–42
Drive 242.5 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Wigan242.5 mi
3h 57m
£61–89
Fly, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
2. Take the train from Bolton to Wigan Wallgate
3h 51m
£89–324
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Western
6h 49m
£96–162

Exeter to Wigan by train

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Distance: 252.4 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Wigan North Western via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to College Avenue via Bus Station, Newhall St, and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand F in around 8h 13m.

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