If you’re looking to settle down in Wigan, one of the questions you may have will be about how and where you can commute to from Wigan. You’ll be pleased to know that there are many options available.
In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the major cities and popular towns that you can commute to from Wigan. We’ll also discuss how much it’ll cost and compare property prices to help you decide whether moving to Wigan will be the right choice. So whether you’re moving to Wigan for work, to study, or for family, read on to find out more.
Commute to Manchester
In the North West, Manchester is possibly the most popular city for commuters. Not only for people working but also for those studying. As the city is home to two Universities (three if you count Salford) and also many large companies and organisations, there’s a lot of traffic that comes through the city on a daily basis.
If you’re living in Wigan, you’ll more than likely find appealing jobs and opportunities that are located in Manchester. The most popular and convenient options for commuting to Manchester from Wigan would be via train or car.
Train commute:
Train ticket price – £123.70 a month / £1,288 per year
At just over £30 a week, the price of a train commute isn’t too bad. Additionally, when you factor in that the journey will be around 41 minutes to Manchester Victoria and around 56 minutes to Manchester Piccadilly, it can be convenient.
Car Commute
The journey from Wigan to Manchester is around 26.8 miles which is around a 45-minute drive using the M6-M62 route. While convenient enough, parking in Manchester can often be extremely difficult and expensive. As a result, the train commute may be a much more preferred option.
Cost of living comparison – Manchester Vs. Wigan
Take a look at the following average for property prices in each city:
- The average price of property in Wigan: £207,206
- The average price of property in Manchester: £285,847
- Average rent Wigan: £817 pcm
- Average rent in Manchester: £1,488 pcm
It’s clear to see why living in Wigan and commuting offers a far more affordable option.
Commute to Liverpool
Similar to Manchester, Liverpool offers a lot in terms of job opportunities. Additionally, the city is also home to two universities. As a result, you’ll find many people who commute to Liverpool on a daily basis.
If you decide to commute from Wigan, you can expect the following:
Commute by Train
Train ticket price – £196.70 a month / £2,048 a year
The commute time from Wigan to Liverpool Lime Street is 45 minutes. So, it is quite a manageable journey.
Commute by Car
A commute by car from Wigan to Liverpool will take around 44 minutes via the M58.
Cost of living comparison – Liverpool Vs. Wigan
Take a look at the following average for property prices in each city:
- The average price of property in Wigan: £207,206
- The average price of property in Liverpool:l £222,418
- Average rent Wigan: £817 pcm
- Average rent Liverpool: £1,231 pcm
Again, it’s clear to see how the commute costs are much less than the increased costs of living in Liverpool.
Commute to Bolton
Bolton is another large town situated near Manchester. Bolton is also extremely close to Wigan. There are many job opportunities in the town, and there is also a university which may provide a requirement to commute.
If you decide to commute from Wigan, you can expect the following:
Commute by Train
Train ticket price – £104.50 a month / £1,077 a year
The commute time from Wigan to Bolton is 18 minutes. So, it is quite a manageable journey.
Commute by Car
A commute by car from Wigan to Bolton will take around 31 minutes via the M61 and is just over an 11-mile journey.
Cost of living comparison – Bolton Vs. Wigan
Take a look at the following average for property prices in each city:
- The average price of property in Wigan: £207,206
- The average price of property in Bolton: £275,244
- Average rent Wigan: £817 pcm
- Average rent Bolton: £971 pcm
While rent prices are similar, the additional costs are far less than the commute costs from Wigan to Bolton.
Commute to Warrington
Located halfway between Manchester and Liverpool, Warrington is another popular town that is commutable from Wigan. Due to the distance, it is one of the fastest commutes on this list.
If you decide to commute from Wigan, you can expect the following:
Commute by Train
Train ticket price – £40 a month / £153.60 a year
The commute time from Wigan to Warrington Bank Quay is 10 minutes. So, the shortest commute on this list and also the cheapest.
Commute by Car
A commute by car from Wigan to Warrington will take around 33 minutes via the M6 and is around 13.7 miles away.
Cost of living comparison – Warrington Vs. Wigan
Take a look at the following average for property prices in each city:
- The average price of property in Wigan: £207,206
- The average price of property in Warrington: £272,937
- Average rent Wigan: £817 pcm
- Average rent Warrington: £982 pcm
With how cheap the train tickets are from Wigan to Warrington – the additional costs of living in Warrington don’t seem worth it compared to settling down in Wigan.
Bottom Line
Wigan is a great commuter town, offering easy access to many other cities while also being affordable. Granted, it may not have as many amenities as other cities, but this is easily overcome by the convenient access that is available anyway.
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