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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Wigan is to bus which costs £13 - £40 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Wigan is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at College Avenue via St Peter's Square and Leigh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Wigan Wallgate via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Darlington to Wigan?

The distance between Darlington and Wigan is 130 miles. The road distance is 103.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Wigan without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £27 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Darlington to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Wigan bus from?

Darlington to Wigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Wigan train from?

Darlington to Wigan train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Darlington to Wigan?

The best way to get from Darlington to Wigan is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £27 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £40 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Darlington to Wigan bus arrive?

Darlington to Wigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Darlington to Wigan train arrive?

Darlington to Wigan train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Wigan is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Darlington to Wigan.

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

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Where can I stay near Wigan?

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Darlington to Wigan - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Darlington to Wigan by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgatetrain Leeds - Wigan Wallgate / ...
2h 50m
£27–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
4h 11m
£13–40
Drive 103 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Wigancar 103 mi
2h 9m
£26–37

Darlington to Wigan by train

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2h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 128.9 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a train from Darlington to Wigan Wallgate via Manchester Victoria in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Central Coach Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost £13–40 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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