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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Wakefield is to train and bus which costs £13 - £17 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Wakefield is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Wigan and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Wigan station to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station and arriving at Queen Elizabeth GS via Market Street, Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate and arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate via Manchester Victoria and Huddersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Wigan to Wakefield?

The distance between Wigan and Wakefield is 57 miles. The road distance is 55.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £13 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Wigan to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Wakefield bus from?

Wigan to Wakefield bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Market Street station.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Wakefield train from?

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

Train or bus from Wigan to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Wigan to Wakefield is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £13 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Wigan to Wakefield bus arrive?

Wigan to Wakefield bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at St Peter's Square station.

Where does the Wigan to Wakefield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wigan to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Wakefield is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Wigan to Wakefield.

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

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Wigan to Wakefield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Huddersfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Huddersfield to Wakefield Kirkgatetrain
2h 22m
£13–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to St Peter's Squarebus V2
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
4h 2m
Drive 55 mi
1. Drive from Wigan to Wakefieldcar 55 mi
1h 10m
£14–20
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Dewsburytrain Wigan Wallgate - Leeds
2. Take the bus from Dewsbury Bus Station to Union Street Jbus 268 / ...
2h 47m
£13–16

Wigan to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 57.1 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

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

You can take a train from Wigan Wallgate to Wakefield Kirkgate via Manchester Victoria and Huddersfield in around 2h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Queen Elizabeth GS via Bag Lane, Market Street, St Peter's Square, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h 2m.

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