What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Wigton?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Wigton is to train via Carnforth which costs £24 - £45 and takes 5h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Wigton?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Wigton is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Wigton?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Wigton. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Christies Newsagents via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Wigton?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Wigton. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Wigton via Carnforth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Manchester to Wigton?

The distance between Manchester and Wigton is 133 miles. The road distance is 121.4 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Wigton without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Wigton without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £29 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Wigton?

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Manchester to Wigton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Wigton bus from?

Manchester to Wigton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Wigton train from?

Manchester to Wigton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Wigton?

The best way to get from Manchester to Wigton is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £29 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Manchester to Wigton bus arrive?

Manchester to Wigton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Wigton train arrive?

Manchester to Wigton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carnforth station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Wigton?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Wigton is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Manchester to Wigton.

Where can I stay near Wigton?

There are 937+ hotels available in Wigton.

Manchester to Wigton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Wigton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2h 37m
£29–89
Train via Carnforth
cheapest
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
2. Take the train from Carnforth to Wigtontrain Lancaster - Carlisle
5h 36m
£24–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
3h 36m
£25–43
Drive 120.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Wigtoncar 120.7 mi
2h 9m
£30–43

Manchester to Wigton by train, foot, and bus

100Weekly Services

2h 37mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 132.5 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Wigton, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £26–85 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 3h.

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