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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Handforth is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 34 min.

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 34 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 Pointing Dog via Fordton Leisure and Manchester Airport The Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

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 41m.

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 which takes 1h 41m and costs £21 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 41m 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 Arriva North West, 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 which takes 1h 41m and costs £21 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 170 bus, which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Wigan to Handforth bus arrive?

Wigan to Handforth bus services, operated by Arriva North West, arrive at Fordton Leisure 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 34 min to drive from Wigan to Handforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Handforth?

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Wigan to Handforth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 170 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to CreweWigan North Western - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to HandforthCrewe - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 41m
£22–33
Drive 30.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wigan to Handforth30.5 mi
34 min
£8–11
Bus, line 170 bus
1. Take the bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Fordton Leisure360
2. Take the bus from Fordton Leisure to Manchester Airport The Station170 / ...
1h 48m
£17–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wigan to Handforth30.5 mi
34 min
£65–80
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Oxford RoadSouthport - Manchester Oxford Road
2. Take the bus from Oxford Road Station to Frontline House42C
2h 12m

Wigan to Handforth by train

122Weekly Trains

1h 41mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 55.9 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

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 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Pointing Dog via Fordton Leisure and Manchester Airport The Station in around 1h 48m.

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