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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Wigan
Cheapest price
$84
Average price
$84
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
233 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Wigan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Wigan will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff for Wigan on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 233 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 40 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.
8:45 AM3h40Cardiff12:25 PMWigan$841One-way0 transfers
- 8:45 AM3h40Cardiff12:25 PMWigan$841One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cardiff to Wigan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Wigan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a train costs an average of $81.
Distance: 144 miles (233 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$94 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 48m Average total duration 8h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Wigan:
A bus is $58 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Wigan costing on average $94 (€77).
Other travel options to Wigan take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 18m.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (3h 21m by train vs 3h 40m by car). Tickets start at around $94 (€77) compared to roughly $63 (€52) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Cardiff to Wigan train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Wigan trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:45 AM Cardiff | 3h40 | 12:25 PM Wigan | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to Wigan.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Wigan
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Trains from Cardiff to Wigan run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $81 (€66) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 144 miles (233 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 144 miles (233 km) |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $81 (€66) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 4:33 AM |
Last train 9:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry from Cardiff to Wigan trainsTransport for Wales, CrossCountry trains will get you between Cardiff and Wigan from $36 (€29). 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 Cardiff to Wigan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Wigan 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to Wigan
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
WifiShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:45 Saturday 05:15 - 18:45 Sunday 08:40 - 18:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilet is located in the subway; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Behind the ticket office to the rear of the drop off area and Taxi rank
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Rail replacement bus pick up point can be found on the station car park.
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