How to travel from Wigan to York

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Compare train and bus for Wigan to York

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wigan to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, while a train costs an average of €42.

Distance: 69 miles (112 km)

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Bus
Driving

€42

Average price

€11

Average price

Cheapest

€24

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 59m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 29m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 17m

Average total duration

3h 47m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 44m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Transpennine Express

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FlixBus

Most popular bus company

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The cheapest way to travel from Wigan to York is a bus with an average price of €11.

This is compared to other travel options from Wigan to York:

A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wigan to York costing on average €42.

The fastest way to travel from Wigan to York is by train with an average journey time of 2h 59m.

Other travel options to York take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Wigan and York including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Wigan to York among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €42 compared to roughly €24 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-17.84. The journey takes 2h 29m versus 1h 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Wigan to York

How to get from Wigan to York by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Wigan to York is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:00 PM3h30
    Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre
    1:30 AMYork, Train Station
    €91One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:00 PM3h30
    Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre
    1:30 AMYork, Train Station
    €91One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Transpennine ExpressG15896+Northern RailP28505
    8:37 AM1h59
    Wigan North Western (WGN)
    10:36 AMYork station (YRK)
    €751One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Transpennine ExpressG15862+Northern RailP28790
    10:04 AM2h11
    Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
    12:15 PMYork station (YRK)
    €721One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressC24904+Northern RailP28793
    11:04 AM2h11
    Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
    1:15 PMYork station (YRK)
    €721One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressG16000+Northern RailP24134
    11:21 AM2h15
    Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
    1:36 PMYork station (YRK)
    €721One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:20 PM3h35
    Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre
    3:55 PMYork, Train Station
    €111One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:00 PM5h30
    Warrington, Winwick Street (Bus Interchange)
    1:30 AMYork, Train Station
    €151One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Wigan to York

Travel to York easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Wigan to York.

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There are 2 options to travel between Wigan and York including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Wigan to York is a bus with an average price of €11.

This is compared to other travel options from Wigan to York:

A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wigan to York costing on average €42.

The fastest way to travel from Wigan to York is by train with an average journey time of 2h 59m.

Other travel options to York take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 17m.

The distance from Wigan to York is approximately 69 miles (112 km).
The average frequency per day from Wigan to York is:
  • Around 3 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Wigan and York as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Wigan to York:
  • Trains mostly depart from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) and arrive in York station (YRK).
  • Buses mostly depart from Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre and arrive in York, Train Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Wigan to York, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to York by bus.
  • Travel with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail to go to York by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Wigan to York:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Wigan to York often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, Leeds, Manchester, London Kings Cross (KGX). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between York and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in York to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In York, you can explore the York Castle Museum to learn about the city's social history, walk the scenic York City Walls, and visit the York Art Gallery to see diverse art collections. A boat tour on the River Ouse offers a unique city perspective, while ghost tours delve into York's haunted past. Must-see sights include York Minster with its stunning architecture, The Shambles street, Clifford's Tower for panoramic views, Jorvik Viking Centre for Viking heritage, and the National Railway Museum with its historic trains.
For a fulfilling visit to York, plan to spend around 2 to 3 days. This allows time to explore key attractions like York Minster, the Shambles, and the city walls, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.

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