Edinburgh to Wigan train

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Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Wigan

Showing times and prices for Apr 02

Cheapest

120

Average

135

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Wigan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
03:30PMEdinburgh Waverley5h27 08:57PMWigan North Western
2 transfers
1201One-way
11:30AMEdinburgh Waverley5h29 04:59PMWigan North Western
2 transfers
1381One-way
09:30AMEdinburgh Waverley5h29 02:59PMWigan North Western
2 transfers
1381One-way
01:30PMEdinburgh Waverley5h29 06:59PMWigan North Western
2 transfers
1381One-way
10:30AMEdinburgh Waverley5h29 03:59PMWigan North Western
2 transfers
1381One-way

Train schedule from Edinburgh to Wigan

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, April 2
09:30AMEdinburgh Waverley5h29 02:59PMWigan North Western
2 transfers
10:30AMEdinburgh Waverley5h29 03:59PMWigan North Western
2 transfers
11:00AMEdinburgh Waverley5h59 04:59PMWigan North Western
2 transfers
11:30AMEdinburgh Waverley5h29 04:59PMWigan North Western
2 transfers
12:30PMEdinburgh Waverley5h29 05:59PMWigan North Western
2 transfers
01:30PMEdinburgh Waverley5h29 06:59PMWigan North Western
2 transfers
02:30PMEdinburgh Waverley5h29 07:59PMWigan North Western
2 transfers
03:30PMEdinburgh Waverley5h27 08:57PMWigan North Western
2 transfers
04:30PMEdinburgh Waverley5h26 09:56PMWigan North Western
2 transfers

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Fastest train times from Edinburgh to Wigan

Showing times and prices for Apr 02

Fastest Journey

5 h 26 m

Average

5 h 28 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

270 km

It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Wigan without transferring at least 2 times.

Fastest
04:30PMEdinburgh Waverley5h26 09:56PMWigan North Western
2 transfers
1381One-way
03:30PMEdinburgh Waverley5h27 08:57PMWigan North Western
2 transfers
1201One-way
11:30AMEdinburgh Waverley5h29 04:59PMWigan North Western
2 transfers
1381One-way
09:30AMEdinburgh Waverley5h29 02:59PMWigan North Western
2 transfers
1381One-way
01:30PMEdinburgh Waverley5h29 06:59PMWigan North Western
2 transfers
1381One-way

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Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Wigan

distanceDistance168 miles (271 km)
priceAverage train ticket price$62 (€54)
frequencyTrain frequency13 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 6 direct trains a day
carriersTrain companiesAvanti West Coast or Transpennine Express

Trains from Edinburgh to Wigan cover the 168 miles (271 km) long route taking on average 3 h 3 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast or Transpennine Express. Normally, there are 13 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $62 (€54), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $1 (€1). Travelers depart most frequently from Edinburgh Waverley and arrive in Wigan North Western.

Travel Tips: Trains from Edinburgh to Wigan

Travel Tips: Travel by train to Wigan easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Wigan.
FAQs
Train tickets between Edinburgh and Wigan for some dates and times can be found for as cheap as $1 (€1)  one way in the next 7 days.
The Edinburgh to Wigan train ticket price is on average $62 (€54)  if you are looking to purchase your tickets for this trip in the next week.
When traveling this route you should expect the distance from Edinburgh to Wigan by train to be approximately 168 miles (271 km).
The train time to Wigan from Edinburgh is on average 3 h 3 min  for the 168 mile (271 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Wigan from Edinburgh by train can vary depending on specific dates or traveling on weekends and holidays.

There are a few train stations in Edinburgh to start your trip from including Edinburgh Waverley, Haymarket and Edinburgh Gateway. In Wigan you have a few train station options to choose from for your arrival including Wigan North Western and Wigan Wallgate.

Omio customers traveling this route depart most frequently from Edinburgh Waverley   and arrive in Wigan North Western.

Passengers board their train most frequently from Edinburgh Waverley and travel around 0.4 miles (660 m) from the city center to this train station.

Passengers traveling this route most often arrive at Wigan North Western and need to travel approximately 0.9 miles (1.5 km) from the train station to the city center in Wigan.

For the route from Edinburgh to Wigan you can take a train with Avanti West Coast or Transpennine Express. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services between Edinburgh and Wigan on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The average number of trains departing Edinburgh for Wigan is 13 a day. The train schedules and services may vary between weekdays and weekends.
The first Edinburgh to Wigan train departs at 6: 12 AM   and the last train from Edinburgh to Wigan leaves at 8: 11 PM. Check out the most up-to-date train schedule from Edinburgh to Wigan on Omio and find the best time to travel to your destination.
If you purchase the Edinburgh to Wigan train within the next 7 days, you can find one way tickets to cost on average $62 (€54). However, booking your train ticket in advance gives you access to the best prices for trains between Edinburgh and Wigan. Look out for train tickets for this trip to go on sale a few months before your planned departure date to find the best deals.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Edinburgh
Wigan
Edinburgh Waverley is the most popular Edinburgh railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Edinburgh for your trip to Wigan.
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Mon - Sat: 05: 00 - 23: 59 | Sun: 07: 00 - 23: 59
Public transit options for Edinburgh Waverley
Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
Metro: No metro available.
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Public transit options for Haymarket
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
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Public transit options for Edinburgh Gateway
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stops outside the station
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Public transit options for Edinburgh Park
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Platform 2 bus stop, adjacent to Herminston Gate
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