4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Wigan to Manchester
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
1 h 17 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Buses per day
5
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.
To travel from Wigan to Manchester you need to make at least one change.
0:001h40Wigan1:40ManchesterFind prices1 change- 4:431h17Wigan6:00ManchesterFind prices1 change
- 5:451h24Wigan7:09ManchesterFind prices1 change
- 6:311h30Wigan8:01ManchesterFind prices1 change
- 6:521h50Wigan8:42ManchesterFind prices1 change
- 4:431h17Wigan6:00ManchesterFind prices1 change
- 5:451h24Wigan7:09ManchesterFind prices1 change
- 6:311h30Wigan8:01ManchesterFind prices1 change
- 11:521h35Wigan13:27ManchesterFind prices1 change
- 12:221h35Wigan13:57ManchesterFind prices1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £2.
Distance: 27 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£4 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price |
1h 29m Average total duration 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m 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 tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0:00 Wigan | 1h40 | 1:40 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 4:43 Wigan | 1h17 | 6:00 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 5:45 Wigan | 1h24 | 7:09 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 6:31 Wigan | 1h30 | 8:01 Manchester | 1 change | |
| 6:52 Wigan | 1h50 | 8:42 Manchester | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Wigan to Manchester by train or coach
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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 59m. 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 19m.
Distance 27 km |
Average bus duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 19m |
First bus 3:43 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
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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