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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Congleton is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Congleton is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Congleton?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Congleton. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate and arriving at Congleton via Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Wigan to Congleton?

The distance between Wigan and Congleton is 51 miles. The road distance is 38.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Congleton without a car is to train and line 103 bus which takes 1h 57m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Wigan to Congleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Congleton train from?

Wigan to Congleton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wigan Wallgate station.

Train or bus from Wigan to Congleton?

The best way to get from Wigan to Congleton is to line 132 bus and line 23 bus which takes 3h 32m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £11 - £25 and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the Wigan to Congleton train arrive?

Wigan to Congleton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Congleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Congleton is 38 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Wigan to Congleton.

Where can I stay near Congleton?

There are 1316+ hotels available in Congleton.

Wigan to Congleton - 5 ways to travel via train, line 103 bus, and line 132 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Wigan to Congleton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 103 bus
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to CreweWigan North Western - Rugby / ...
2. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to Tesco Store103
1h 57m
Drive 38 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wigan to Congleton38 mi
44 min
£10–14
Line 132 bus, line 23 bus
1. Take the bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to The Trafford Centre Bus Station132
2. Take the bus from The Trafford Centre Bus Station to Stockport Interchange23 / ...
3h 32m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wigan to Congleton38 mi
44 min
£80–100
Train
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester VictoriaWigan Wallgate - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to CongletonManchester Piccadilly - Stoke-on-Trent / ...
2h 19m
£11–24

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Distance: 50.8 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Congleton via The Trafford Centre Bus Station, Stockport Interchange, and Stockport in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Wigan Wallgate to Congleton via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 19m.

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