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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Balcombe is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Balcombe is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £85 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Wigan and Balcombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Wigan station to Balcombe station. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station and arriving at South Terminal Bus Station via Market Street, Manchester Central Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Balcombe?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Balcombe. However, there are services departing from Wigan North Western and arriving at Balcombe via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Wigan to Balcombe?

The distance between Wigan and Balcombe is 231 miles. The road distance is 238.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Balcombe without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £85 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Wigan to Balcombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Balcombe bus from?

Wigan to Balcombe bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Balcombe train from?

Wigan to Balcombe train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Train, bus or fly from Wigan to Balcombe?

The best way to get from Wigan to Balcombe is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £85 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Slough, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 7h 55m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £170 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Wigan to Balcombe bus arrive?

Wigan to Balcombe bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

Where does the Wigan to Balcombe train arrive?

Wigan to Balcombe train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Balcombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Balcombe is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Wigan to Balcombe.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Wigan to Balcombe?

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Where can I stay near Balcombe?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Balcombetrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
3h 27m
£88–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk980
8h 44m
£36–62
Bus via Slough
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
7h 55m
£45–71
Drive 237.4 mi
1. Drive from Wigan to Balcombecar 237.4 mi
4h 5m
£59–86
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Boltontrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Farringdon to Balcombetrain
5h 13m
£99–308
Fly Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane LPL - LGW
5h 59m
£71–164
Fly Manchester Airport to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - LGW
6h 9m
£62–185
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Boltontrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Clapham Junctiontrain
4. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Gatwick Airporttrain
5. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Balcombetrain
6h 6m
£119–279

Wigan to Balcombe by train and foot

212Weekly Services

3h 27mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 229.9 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Balcombe via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Balcombe via Bag Lane, Market Street, St Peter's Square, Manchester Central Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5, South Terminal Bus Station, and Gatwick Airport in around 7h 55m.

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