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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN)
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN) will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 4 trains that leave Birmingham New Street (BHM) for Wigan North Western (WGN) on Wed, Aug 05, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:07 AM1h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:37 AMWigan North Western (WGN)€151One-way0 transfers- 9:07 AM1h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:37 AMWigan North Western (WGN)€171One-way0 transfers
- 7:07 PM1h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:37 PMWigan North Western (WGN)€341One-way0 transfers
- 9:01 PM1h29Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:30 PMWigan North Western (WGN)€501One-way0 transfers
- 9:01 PM1h29Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:30 PMWigan North Western (WGN)€501One-way0 transfers
- 7:07 AM1h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:37 AMWigan North Western (WGN)€151One-way0 transfers
- 7:07 PM1h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:37 PMWigan North Western (WGN)€341One-way0 transfers
- 9:07 AM1h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:37 AMWigan North Western (WGN)€171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 79 miles (128 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€28 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest | €36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN):
A bus is €19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN) costing on average €28.
Other travel options to Wigan North Western (WGN) take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 15m.
The journey is about 23m faster (1h 28m by train vs 1h 51m by car) and roughly €9 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€28 vs €36). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN) trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34091+ G00918 | Delayed 9:49 PM 10:01 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h42 | 11:43 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
| 7:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h30 | 8:37 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h30 | 10:37 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h30 | 8:37 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains, Cross Country or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains, Cross Country or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 79 miles (128 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 79 miles (128 km) |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 10:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Wigan North Western (WGN) from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wigan North Western (WGN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN)
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Western station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Wigan North Western (WGN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Wigan North Western from Wigan city centre
Wigan North Western is 1 km from Wigan city centre. Public transport options include:
Wigan North Western train station facilities and services
Wigan North Western has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wigan North Western.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wigan North Western.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wigan North Western. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wigan North Western: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wigan North Western: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wigan North Western: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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