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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Preston is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Preston is to train which takes 13 min and costs £2 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Wigan and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Grand Arcade and arriving at Percy Street. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wigan North Western and arriving at Preston. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Wigan to Preston?

The distance between Wigan and Preston is 15 miles. The road distance is 19 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Preston without a car is to train which takes 13 min and costs £2 - £11.

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

The train from Wigan North Western to Preston takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Preston bus from?

Wigan to Preston bus services, operated by Holmeswood Coaches Ltd, depart from Grand Arcade station.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Wigan to Preston?

The best way to get from Wigan to Preston is to train which takes 13 min and costs £2 - £11. Alternatively, you can line 110 bus, which costs and takes 1h 21m.

Where does the Wigan to Preston bus arrive?

Wigan to Preston bus services, operated by Holmeswood Coaches Ltd, arrive at Percy Street station.

Where does the Wigan to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wigan to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Preston is 19 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Wigan to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2140+ hotels available in Preston.

Wigan to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 110 bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Wigan to Preston by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Prestontrain London Euston - Preston / ...
13 min
£2–11
Line 110 bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Arcade to Percy Streetbus 110
1h 21m
Drive 18.9 mi
1. Drive from Wigan to Prestoncar 18.9 mi
27 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wigan to Prestontaxi 18.9 mi
27 min
£45–55

Wigan to Preston by train

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Distance: 15.1 mi
Duration: 13 min

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Wigan North Western to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 13 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Holmeswood Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Grand Arcade to Percy Street hourly, and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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