4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Preston to Wigan
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Preston to Wigan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Of the 5 buses that leave Preston for Wigan every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 25 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 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.
6:291h21Preston7:50WiganFind prices0 changes- 7:191h25Preston8:44WiganFind prices0 changes
- 8:391h25Preston10:04WiganFind prices0 changes
- 9:441h20Preston11:04WiganFind prices0 changes
- 10:441h20Preston12:04WiganFind prices0 changes
- 9:441h20Preston11:04WiganFind prices0 changes
- 10:441h20Preston12:04WiganFind prices0 changes
- 11:441h20Preston13:04WiganFind prices0 changes
- 12:441h20Preston14:04WiganFind prices0 changes
- 13:441h20Preston15:04WiganFind prices0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Preston to Wigan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Wigan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £2.
Distance: 25 km
Compare bus with
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£4 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price |
1h 32m Average total duration 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston to Wigan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Wigan coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:29 Preston | 1h21 | 7:50 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:19 Preston | 1h25 | 8:44 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:39 Preston | 1h25 | 10:04 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:44 Preston | 1h20 | 11:04 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:44 Preston | 1h20 | 12:04 Wigan | 0 changesdirect |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Preston to Wigan by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
05 May
06 May
07 May
08 May
09 May
10 May
11 May
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Preston to Wigan
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Preston to Wigan run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 25 km distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 25 km |
Average bus duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 2m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire from Preston to WiganYou can travel by bus between Preston to Wigan with Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
FAQs: Preston to Wigan coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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.
More options for your journey from Preston to Wigan
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular buses to and from Wigan and Preston
Most popular bus connections
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
