4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Wigan
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 52 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
283 km
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 £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 15 buses that leave London for Wigan every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 283 km distance in an average of 4 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London to Wigan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Wigan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a flight costs an average of £47.
Distance: 283 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £73 Average Price | £163 Average Price |
5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Wigan bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Wigan coaches for today, Friday 30 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 14:00 London | 5h10 | 19:10 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:30 London | 5h05 | 20:35 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:35 London | 4h50 | 23:25 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 31 January | |||||
| FlixBus | 00:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 6h00 | 06:05 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h50 | 13:50 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 5h20 | 13:50 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h40 | 17:10 Preston, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 6h00 | 17:10 Preston, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h15 | 19:15 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 5h35 | 19:15 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Wigan
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London to Wigan run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 283 km distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 283 km |
Average bus duration 5h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Megabus from London to WiganYou can travel by bus between London to Wigan with FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from London to Wigan
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.
FAQs: London to Wigan coach
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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Wigan
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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