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Museum of Wigan Life
A local history museum with collections on Wigan life, archaeology and industry in a prominent town-centre building.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Wigan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Wigan will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 15 buses from London to Wigan, including 8 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 283 km distance in an average of 4 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Buses from London to Wigan run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 283 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 283 km |
Average bus duration 5h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London to Wigan.
The table below shows live departures for London to Wigan coaches for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h35 | 17:05 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h55 | 14:55 Warrington, Winwick Street (Bus Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 7h00 | 17:05 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h40 | 17:10 Preston, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h15 | 14:55 Warrington, Winwick Street (Bus Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h45 | 15:45 Warrington, Winwick Street (Bus Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 6h00 | 17:10 Preston, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h10 | 15:45 Warrington, Winwick Street (Bus Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h45 | 20:15 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 7h05 | 20:15 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h55 | 19:55 Warrington, Winwick Street (Bus Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h15 | 19:55 Warrington, Winwick Street (Bus Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 8h35 | 7:05 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 8h05 | 7:05 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 9h06 | 9:05 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1 change | |
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A local history museum with collections on Wigan life, archaeology and industry in a prominent town-centre building.
A preserved mill engine and industrial heritage site where steam days bring Wigan’s engineering past to life.
A visitor centre and exhibition space telling the story of local canals, coal mining and urban regeneration.
A major heritage area of canals, warehouses and waterside walks linked to Wigan’s industrial story.
A large country park with woodland trails, gardens, family activities and broad views close to the town.
A scenic canal corridor popular for walking and cycling, with locks, wildlife and classic industrial-era views.
A savoury pie filled with diced potato, onion and corned beef. It is Wigan’s best-known local bake and a staple of north-west pie shop culture.
A buttered bread roll filled with a meat-and-potato pie. The playful local classic is strongly associated with Wigan and nearby Greater Manchester.
Slow-cooked tripe, usually from beef, traditionally served with onions and seasoning. Once common in Lancashire, it remains a notable old-fashioned regional dish.
Popular Turkish restaurant with charcoal-grilled meats, meze and warm service in a lively modern dining room.
Smart modern Indian restaurant serving curries, grills and small plates in a polished yet relaxed atmosphere.
Stylish restaurant and bar offering contemporary British and European dishes, cocktails and an upbeat evening ambience.
Moderate for England. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Manchester or London, while local buses and trains are fairly priced for visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Taxi fares can be rounded up. In cafés, small change is appreciated but not expected.
The bus service from London to Wigan is run by National Express. The buses serving this route are either direct or have one change. Passengers can expect changes at either London Golders Green or Birmingham Coach Station. The average time spent on the direct journey is 5 hours and 35 minutes while the one-stop trip takes an estimated 7 hour and 30 minutes. The departure station for buses from London to Wigan is London Sutton Rail Station for the direct bus and London, Victoria Coach Station for the one-stop bus while the arrival station is Wigan, Hallgate. The bus departs from London twice daily.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Wigan by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wigan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Wigan buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Wigan bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
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