Burnley to Wigan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

24.2 miles 39 km · straight line
35.6 miles actual route 57.3 km · driving distance
50min estimated drive time
£5 - £7 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
223° SW bearing direction

How far is Burnley from Wigan?

The distance from Burnley to Wigan is 24.2 miles (39 km) as the crow flies. Wigan is located SW of Burnley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 35.6 miles, taking about 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. 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 Burnley 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 Burnley to Wigan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 50min £5 - £7 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Burnley & Wigan

Quick Facts

Burnley
53.80°N, 2.23°W
Europe/London
140m 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 8 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM