Wigan to Wakefield by bus
Wakefield lies 77 km (48 mi) east of Wigan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 1 h 38 min including stops, over roughly 94 km (58 mi) of road.
| Wigan | Wakefield | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 175,405 | 109,766 |
| Elevation | 32 m (105 ft) | 50 m (164 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | WN1 | WF1–WF90 |
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Staying in Wakefield
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Common questions
How far is Wakefield from Wigan?
77 km (48 mi) in a straight line, east of Wigan; by road roughly 94 km (58 mi).
How long does it take to get from Wigan to Wakefield by bus?
About 1 h 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Wigan and Wakefield?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.