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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Handforth is to line 132 bus and line 23 bus and bus which costs £6 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Handforth is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Wigan and Handforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Wigan station to Handforth. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station and arriving at Frontline House via The Trafford Centre Bus Station and Didsbury Village. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Handforth?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Handforth. However, there are services departing from Wigan North Western and arriving at Handforth via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Wigan to Handforth?

The distance between Wigan and Handforth is 56 miles. The road distance is 30.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Handforth without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 1h 43m and costs £19 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Wigan to Handforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Handforth bus from?

Wigan to Handforth bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Handforth train from?

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

Train or bus from Wigan to Handforth?

The best way to get from Wigan to Handforth is to train via Crewe which takes 1h 43m and costs £19 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 132 bus and line 23 bus and bus, which costs £6 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Wigan to Handforth bus arrive?

Wigan to Handforth bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at The Trafford Centre Bus Station.

Where does the Wigan to Handforth train arrive?

Wigan to Handforth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Handforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Handforth is 31 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Wigan to Handforth.

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

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Wigan to Handforth - 5 ways to travel via train, line 132 bus, and line 23 bus

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Crewetrain Preston - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Handforthtrain Crewe - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 43m
£20–36
Line 132 bus, line 23 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to The Trafford Centre Bus Stationbus 132
2. Take the bus from The Trafford Centre Bus Station to Didsbury Villagebus 23
3. Take the bus from Didsbury Village to Frontline Housebus 42C
3h 36m
£6
Drive 30.5 mi
1. Drive from Wigan to Handforthcar 30.5 mi
35 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wigan to Handforthtaxi 30.5 mi
35 min
£65–80
Train
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoriatrain Wigan Wallgate - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Handforthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe / ...
1h 45m
£13–23

Wigan to Handforth by train

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Distance: 55.9 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

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

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Handforth via Crewe in around 1h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Frontline House via The Trafford Centre Bus Station and Didsbury Village in around 3h 36m.

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