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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Preston to Wigan
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 31 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.
The average ticket from Preston to Wigan will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £3.
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 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 31 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 train and coach 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 train with prices starting from £2. 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 train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 25 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 27m Average total duration 57m 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, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:49 Preston | 1h40 | 09:29 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Preston to Wigan
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Buses from Preston to Wigan run on average 2 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 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 57m.
Distance 25 km |
Average bus duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 57m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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
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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.
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