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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Balcombe is to bus and train which costs £50 - £90 and takes 7h 53m.

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 - £160.

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 - £160.

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 train from?

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

Train 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 - £160. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £70 - £170 and takes 5h 59m.

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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Where can I stay near Balcombe?

There are 776+ hotels available in Balcombe.

Wigan to Balcombe - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Wigan to Balcombe by train, bus, car, or plane

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 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
£87–153
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from West Hampstead Thameslink to Balcombetrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
7h 53m
£50–89
Drive 237.4 mi
1. Drive from Wigan to Balcombecar 237.4 mi
4h 5m
£58–84
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
£97–323
Fly Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane LPL - LGW
5h 59m
£72–168
Fly Manchester Airport to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - LGW
6h 8m
£64–190
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
5h 44m
£125–289

Wigan to Balcombe by train and foot

211Weekly Services

3h 27mAverage Duration

£87Cheapest 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, Ryanair and easyJet fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) twice daily.

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