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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Wingates is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Wingates is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Wingates?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Wingates. However, there are services departing from St James Square and arriving at Church Lane via Leigh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Wingates?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Westhoughton. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Wingates?

The distance between Manchester and Wingates is 15 miles. The road distance is 15.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Wingates without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £9.

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

The train from Manchester Victoria to Westhoughton takes 30 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Wingates bus from?

Manchester to Wingates bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from St James Square station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Wingates train from?

Manchester to Wingates train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Wingates?

The best way to get from Manchester to Wingates is to train which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £9. Alternatively, you can bus and line 516 bus, which costs and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Manchester to Wingates bus arrive?

Manchester to Wingates bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Leigh Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Wingates train arrive?

Manchester to Wingates train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Westhoughton station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Wingates?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Wingates is 15 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Manchester to Wingates.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Wingates?

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Where can I stay near Wingates?

There are 3229+ hotels available in Wingates.

Manchester to Wingates - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 516 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to WesthoughtonManchester Victoria - Wigan Wallgate / ...
30 min
£5–9
Drive 15.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Wingates15.3 mi
24 min
£4–6
Bus, line 516 bus
1. Take the bus from St James Square to Leigh Bus StationV1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station to Church Lane516
1h 48m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Wingates15.3 mi
24 min
£35–45

Manchester to Wingates by train

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Distance: 15.1 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Wingates, Bolton, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Westhoughton hourly. Tickets cost £5–9 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St James Square to Church Lane via Leigh Bus Station in around 1h 48m.

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