How far is it from Appleton Thorn to Lane Head, Wigan?

The distance between Appleton Thorn and Lane Head, Wigan is 11 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Appleton Thorn to Lane Head, Wigan?

The drive from Appleton Thorn to Lane Head, Wigan takes approximately 15 min by car.

What is the best route from Appleton Thorn to Lane Head, Wigan?

The fastest route from Appleton Thorn to Lane Head, Wigan covers 11 mi with a driving time of approximately 15 min.

Which direction is Lane Head, Wigan from Appleton Thorn?

Lane Head, Wigan lies roughly to the north of Appleton Thorn.

Are there charging stations between Appleton Thorn and Lane Head, Wigan?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Appleton Thorn to Lane Head, Wigan, including Moto Knutsford Southbound Services (350 kW); 4 Anjou Boulevard, Wigan (300 kW); Galway Crescent, St Helens (300 kW). Charging points on this route: 220.

Appleton Thorn Lane Head, Wigan

Distance: 11 miDuration: 15 min

Driving from Appleton Thorn to Lane Head, Wigan takes about 15 min via M6. The distance is 11 mi. The straight-line distance is 9 mi. Driving directions

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Driving directions18 · 11 mi

1 Depart right onto Arley Road 25 yd
2 Continue right onto Arley Road 26 yd
3 Turn right onto Grappenhall Lane 1 mi
4 At end of road, turn left onto Grappenhall Lane 1 mi
5 Enter rotary left onto Grappenhall Lane 72 yd
6 Exit rotary left onto Grappenhall Lane 1 mi
7 Enter rotary slightly left onto Cliff Lane 70 yd
8 Exit rotary straight onto Cliff Lane 1 mi
9 Take exit slightly left 50 yd
10 Continue straight 7 mi
11 Take exit slightly left 1 mi
12 Enter rotary slightly left onto Winwick Lane 1 mi
13 Exit rotary straight onto Winwick Lane 1 mi

14 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Winwick Lane 67 yd
15 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Winwick Lane 2 mi
16 At end of road, turn left onto Newton Road 91 yd
17 Turn right onto Heath Lane 155 yd
18 Arrive onto Heath Lane 1 yd

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The return trip from Lane Head, Wigan to Appleton Thorn covers roughly the same distance, 11 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

220 chargers

Moto Knutsford Southbound ServicesMoto Knutsford Southbound Services, WA16 0TL350 kW
4 Anjou Boulevard, Wigan4 Anjou Boulevard, Wigan, WN5 0UL300 kW
Galway Crescent, St HelensGalway Crescent, St Helens, England, WA11 0GR300 kW
Trafford Centre, ManchesterTrafford Centre, Manchester, England, M17 8AA250 kW
Chester Road, ManchesterChester Road, Manchester, M32 8LF150 kW

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Lane Head, Wigan → Preston on the Hill17 mi · 20 min Lane Head, Wigan → Old Boston4 mi · 10 min Lane Head, Wigan → Four Gates10 mi · 25 min Lane Head, Wigan → Up Holland10 mi · 15 min Lane Head, Wigan → Wright's green12 mi · 20 min Lane Head, Wigan → Croft, Warrington4 mi · 10 min

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How far is it from Appleton Thorn to Lane Head, Wigan?: The distance between Appleton Thorn and Lane Head, Wigan is 11 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Appleton Thorn to Lane Head, Wigan?: The drive from Appleton Thorn to Lane Head, Wigan takes approximately 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Appleton Thorn to Lane Head, Wigan?: The fastest route from Appleton Thorn to Lane Head, Wigan covers 11 mi with a driving time of approximately 15 min.
Which direction is Lane Head, Wigan from Appleton Thorn?: Lane Head, Wigan lies roughly to the north of Appleton Thorn.
Are there charging stations between Appleton Thorn and Lane Head, Wigan?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Appleton Thorn to Lane Head, Wigan, including Moto Knutsford Southbound Services (350 kW); 4 Anjou Boulevard, Wigan (300 kW); Galway Crescent, St Helens (300 kW). Charging points on this route: 220.

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