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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Wigan is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Wigan is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Wigan North Western via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Reading to Wigan?

The distance between Reading and Wigan is 187 miles. The road distance is 184.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Wigan without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Reading to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Wigan train from?

Reading to Wigan train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Wigan train arrive?

Reading to Wigan train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Wigan is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Reading to Wigan.

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

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Where can I stay near Wigan?

There are 877+ hotels available in Wigan.

Reading to Wigan - 5 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Wigan by train, car, plane, or bus

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 58m
£81–128
Drive 183.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Wigancar 183.1 mi
3h 23m
£45–65
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4h 8m
£97–194
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
5h 21m
£65–100
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Bolton to Wigan Wallgatetrain
4h 26m
£86–305

Reading to Wigan by train

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3h 58mAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 185.8 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Wigan North Western via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 58m.

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