Accrington to Wigan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

18.5 miles 29.8 km · straight line
32 miles actual route 51.5 km · driving distance
43min estimated drive time
£5 - £6 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
218° SW bearing direction

How far is Accrington from Wigan?

The distance from Accrington to Wigan is 18.5 miles (29.8 km) as the crow flies. Wigan is located SW of Accrington. By car, the driving distance is approximately 32 miles, taking about 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Accrington and Wigan. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Accrington to Wigan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 43min £5 - £6 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Accrington & Wigan

Quick Facts

Accrington
53.75°N, 2.36°W
Europe/London
148m elevation
Wigan
53.54°N, 2.64°W
Europe/London
32m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 6 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM