Day trip from Blackburn to Wigan
Wigan lies 25 km (16 mi) south-west of Blackburn, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 25 km (16 mi) apart, Wigan is a realistic day trip from Blackburn: about 25 min each way by road.
| Blackburn | Wigan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 146,521 | 175,405 |
| Elevation | 121 m (397 ft) | 32 m (105 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | BB1–EH47 | WN1 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Wigan
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Staying in Wigan
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Common questions
How far is Wigan from Blackburn?
25 km (16 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Blackburn; by road roughly 31 km (19 mi).
How long does it take to get from Blackburn to Wigan by road?
About 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Blackburn and Wigan?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.