What is the cheapest way to get from Lowton to Kirkby?

The cheapest way to get from Lowton to Kirkby is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Lowton to Kirkby?

The fastest way to get from Lowton to Kirkby is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Lowton and Kirkby?

No, there is no direct bus from Lowton to Kirkby station. However, there are services departing from Ashwood Avenue and arriving at Kirkby Bus Station via Wigan Bus Station and Concourse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Lowton to Kirkby?

The distance between Lowton and Kirkby is 21 miles. The road distance is 13.5 miles.

How do I travel from Lowton to Kirkby without a car?

The best way to get from Lowton to Kirkby without a car is to train and line 217 bus which takes 1h 52m and costs £6 - £13.

How long does it take to get from Lowton to Kirkby?

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Lowton to Kirkby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lowton to Kirkby bus from?

Lowton to Kirkby bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Ashwood Avenue station.

Where does the Lowton to Kirkby bus arrive?

Lowton to Kirkby bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Wigan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Lowton to Kirkby?

Yes, the driving distance between Lowton to Kirkby is 13 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Lowton to Kirkby.

Where can I stay near Kirkby?

There are 2367+ hotels available in Kirkby.

Lowton to Kirkby - 5 ways to travel via train, line 217 bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Lowton to Kirkby by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, line 217 bus
best
1. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to HuytonManchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Huyton Bus Station to Kirkby Bus Station217
1h 52m
£7–12
Drive 13.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lowton to Kirkby13.4 mi
18 min
£4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lowton to Kirkby13.4 mi
18 min
£30–40
Line 610 bus, line 375 bus, line 319 bus
1. Take the bus from Ashwood Avenue to Wigan Bus Station611 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Bus Station to Concourse375 / ...
3. Take the bus from Concourse to Kirkby Bus Station319
2h 25m
Line 34 bus, line 297 bus
1. Take the bus from Highfield Lane to World of Glass34
2. Take the bus from Church Street to Kirkby Bus Station297
2h 41m

Lowton to Kirkby by bus and train

143Weekly Services

1h 52mAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 20.7 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Lowton, Wigan, England and Kirkby, Knowsley, England?

You can take a bus from Ashwood Avenue to Kirkby Bus Station via Wigan Bus Station and Concourse in around 2h 25m.

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