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

The cheapest way to get from Handforth to Wigan is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Handforth to Wigan is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Handforth and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Handforth to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Stanley Drive and arriving at College Avenue via Chester Street and Leigh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Handforth and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Handforth to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Handforth and arriving at Wigan North Western via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Handforth to Wigan?

The distance between Handforth and Wigan is 56 miles. The road distance is 30.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Handforth to Wigan without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 1h 39m and costs £25 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Handforth to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Handforth to Wigan bus from?

Handforth to Wigan bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Stanley Drive station.

Where do I catch the Handforth to Wigan train from?

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

Train or bus from Handforth to Wigan?

The best way to get from Handforth to Wigan is to train via Crewe which takes 1h 39m and costs £25 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 609 bus, which costs and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Handforth to Wigan bus arrive?

Handforth to Wigan bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Chester Street station.

Where does the Handforth to Wigan train arrive?

Handforth to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Handforth to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Handforth to Wigan is 30 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Handforth to Wigan.

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

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Handforth to Wigan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 609 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Handforth to Wigan by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Handforth to CreweManchester Piccadilly - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North WesternRugby - Wigan North Western / ...
1h 39m
£26–35
Drive 30.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Handforth to Wigan30.1 mi
33 min
£8–11
Bus, line 609 bus
1. Take the bus from Stanley Drive to Chester Street42C
2. Take the bus from Chester Street to Leigh Bus StationV1
3. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station to College Avenue609
2h 32m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Handforth to Wigan30.1 mi
33 min
£60–80
Train
1. Take the train from Handforth to Manchester PiccadillyCrewe - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Wigan WallgateLeeds - Wigan Wallgate / ...
1h 46m
£8–24

Handforth to Wigan by train

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1h 39mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 55.9 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

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

You can take a train from Handforth to Wigan North Western via Crewe in around 1h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stanley Drive to College Avenue via Chester Street and Leigh Bus Station in around 2h 32m.

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