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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Wigan is to train and bus which costs £22 - £95 and takes 8h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Wigan is to train via Ashford International which takes 3h 40m and costs £70 - £280.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Wigan North Western via Ashford International and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Kent to Wigan?

The distance between Kent and Wigan is 261 miles. The road distance is 255.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Wigan without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 3h 40m and costs £70 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Kent to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Wigan train from?

Kent to Wigan train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Where does the Kent to Wigan train arrive?

Kent to Wigan train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Kent to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Wigan is 256 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Kent to Wigan.

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

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Where can I stay near Wigan?

There are 977+ hotels available in Wigan.

Kent to Wigan - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Kent to Wigan by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Preston / ...
3h 40m
£72–274
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 540 / ...
8h 29m
£23–94
Drive 254.1 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Wigancar 254.1 mi
4h 13m
£63–90
Train, train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Lenham to Ashford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4. Take the train from Bolton to Wigan Wallgatetrain
5h 46m
£87–296
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Preston / ...
3h 54m
£60–247
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LGW - LPL
7h 41m
£82–241
Train to London City Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
7h 1m
£248–749
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
6h 41m
£103–270

Kent to Wigan by train and foot

205Weekly Services

3h 40mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.2 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Wigan North Western via Ashford International, London St Pancras Intl, and London Euston in around 3h 40m.

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