How far is it from Howe Bridge to Platt Bridge?

The distance between Howe Bridge and Platt Bridge is 5 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Howe Bridge to Platt Bridge?

The drive from Howe Bridge to Platt Bridge takes approximately 15 min by car.

What is the best route from Howe Bridge to Platt Bridge?

The fastest route from Howe Bridge to Platt Bridge covers 5 mi with a driving time of approximately 15 min.

Which direction is Platt Bridge from Howe Bridge?

Platt Bridge lies roughly to the west of Howe Bridge.

Are there charging stations between Howe Bridge and Platt Bridge?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Howe Bridge to Platt Bridge, including BP Railway Road, Skelmersdale (350 kW); 4 Anjou Boulevard, Wigan (300 kW); Galway Crescent, St Helens (300 kW). Charging points on this route: 223.

Howe Bridge Platt Bridge

Distance: 5 miDuration: 15 min

Driving from Howe Bridge to Platt Bridge takes about 15 min via A577. The distance is 5 mi. The straight-line distance is 4 mi. Driving directions

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Driving directions11 · 5 mi

1 Depart onto Leigh Road 45 yd
2 Turn left onto Lovers Lane 1 mi
3 Merge slightly right onto Wigan Road 1 mi
4 Continue straight onto Smallbrook Lane 1 mi
5 Continue straight onto Corner Lane 1 mi
6 Continue straight onto Atherton Road 2 mi
7 Enter roundabout left onto Atherton Road 32 yd
8 Exit roundabout left onto Atherton Road 1 mi

9 Turn left onto Liverpool Road 2 mi
10 Enter roundabout slightly left 60 yd
11 Arrive right

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The return trip from Platt Bridge to Howe Bridge covers roughly the same distance, 5 mi.

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Charging points along the way

223 chargers

BP Railway Road, SkelmersdaleBP Railway Road, Skelmersdale, WN8 8TL350 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
M61, BlackrodM61, Blackrod, Lancashire, BL6 5UZ180 kW

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Platt Bridge → Worsley Hall5 mi · 15 min Platt Bridge → Cowley Hill9 mi · 20 min Platt Bridge → New Boston5 mi · 15 min Platt Bridge → Lamberhead Green5 mi · 15 min Platt Bridge → Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)25 mi · 45 min Platt Bridge → Edge Green, Wigan4 mi · 10 min

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How far is it from Howe Bridge to Platt Bridge?: The distance between Howe Bridge and Platt Bridge is 5 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Howe Bridge to Platt Bridge?: The drive from Howe Bridge to Platt Bridge takes approximately 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Howe Bridge to Platt Bridge?: The fastest route from Howe Bridge to Platt Bridge covers 5 mi with a driving time of approximately 15 min.
Which direction is Platt Bridge from Howe Bridge?: Platt Bridge lies roughly to the west of Howe Bridge.
Are there charging stations between Howe Bridge and Platt Bridge?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Howe Bridge to Platt Bridge, including BP Railway Road, Skelmersdale (350 kW); 4 Anjou Boulevard, Wigan (300 kW); Galway Crescent, St Helens (300 kW). Charging points on this route: 223.

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