Manchester, United Kingdom to Wigan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

16.8 miles 27 km · straight line
26 miles actual route 41.9 km · driving distance
37min estimated drive time
£4 - £5 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
285° WNW bearing direction

How far is Manchester, United Kingdom from Wigan?

The distance from Manchester, United Kingdom to Wigan is 16.8 miles (27 km) as the crow flies. Wigan is located WNW of Manchester, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 26 miles, taking about 37min. 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 Manchester, United Kingdom 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 Manchester, United Kingdom to Wigan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 37min £4 - £5 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Manchester, United Kingdom
53.48°N, 2.24°W
Europe/London
38m 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 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM