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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Wigan is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Wigan is to drive which takes 4h and costs £60 - £90.

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 50m.

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 50m and costs £100 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Exeter to Wigan, including transfers.

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 fly from Exeter to Wigan?

The best way to get from Exeter to Wigan is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £100 - £160. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £85 - £220 and takes 7h 13m.

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 4h to drive from Exeter to Wigan.

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

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Where can I stay near Wigan?

There are 1030+ hotels available in Wigan.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 50m
£103–157
Drive 242.5 mi
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1. Drive from Exeter to Wigancar 242.5 mi
4h
£61–87
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
7h 13m
£86–212
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain
6h 48m
£106–180
Fly to Liverpool
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EXT - LPL
6h 51m
£110–222

Exeter to Wigan by train

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Distance: 252.4 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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 50m. Alternatively, Aer Lingus, Aurigny, and KLM fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN) twice daily.

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