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 £18 - £60 and takes 9h 12m.

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 48m and costs £75 - £280.

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 Birmingham Coach Station, St Peter's Square and Sumner Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

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 47m.

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 47m and costs £35 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m 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 National Express, 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 47m and costs £35 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £60 and takes 9h 12m.

Where does the Exeter to Wigan bus arrive?

Exeter to Wigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach 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 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?

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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 Streettrain Plymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 47m
£39–206
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
9h 12m
£18–58
Drive 242.5 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Wigancar 242.5 mi
4h
£60–86
Fly, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
2. Take the train from Bolton to Wigan Wallgatetrain
3h 48m
£77–271
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 45m
£78–209

Exeter to Wigan by train

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Distance: 252.3 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

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 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to College Avenue via Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, St Peter's Square, Market Street, and Sumner Street in around 9h 12m.

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