Nottingham to Wigan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

73.4 miles 118.2 km · straight line
100.9 miles actual route 162.4 km · driving distance
2h 4min estimated drive time
£15 - £19 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
304° NW bearing direction

How far is Nottingham from Wigan?

The distance from Nottingham to Wigan is 73.4 miles (118.2 km) as the crow flies. Wigan is located NW of Nottingham. By car, the driving distance is approximately 100.9 miles, taking about 2h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Wigan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 4min £15 - £19 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 29min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 58min $12–$35* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Nottingham & Wigan

Quick Facts

Nottingham
52.95°N, 1.16°W
Europe/London
52m 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 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 339 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM