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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Wigan to Manchester
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 37 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Wigan to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wigan to Manchester will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 2 buses that leave Wigan for Manchester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 27 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 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 54 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Wigan to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wigan to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £3.
Distance: 27 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 42m Average total duration 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Wigan to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Wigan to Manchester coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:35 Wigan | 1h31 | 16:06 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
| 07:19 Wigan | 1h54 | 09:13 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Wigan to Manchester
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Buses from Wigan to Manchester run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:43, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 27 km distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 27 km |
Average bus duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 9m |
First bus 03:43 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Bee Network from Wigan to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Wigan to Manchester with Bee Network for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Wigan to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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