Manchester to Wigan train from $3 (€3) with Northern Rail

Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Wigan

Showing times and prices for Sep 17

Cheapest

Average

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

Cheapest

05:43AM1h06

Manchester Victoria (MCV)

06:49AMWigan Wallgate (WGW)

$71One-way

1 transfer

Cheapest

05:34AM0h37

Manchester Victoria (MCV)

06:11AMWigan Wallgate (WGW)

$71One-way

0 transfers

05:55AM0h54

Deansgate (DGT)

06:49AMWigan Wallgate (WGW)

$121One-way

1 transfer

Manchester to Wigan train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 17

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Northern Rail	05:34AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0h37	06:11AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	0 transfersDirect
Northern Rail	05:43AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)	1h06	06:49AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	1 transfer
Northern Rail	05:55AM Deansgate (DGT)	0h54	06:49AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	1 transfer
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Fastest train times from Manchester to Wigan

Showing times and prices for Sep 17

Fastest Journey

37 m

Average

52 m

Trains per day

Distance

27 km

Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester for Wigan every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

05:34AM0h37

Manchester Victoria (MCV)

06:11AMWigan Wallgate (WGW)

$71One-way

0 transfers

05:55AM0h54

Deansgate (DGT)

06:49AMWigan Wallgate (WGW)

$121One-way

1 transfer

05:43AM1h06

Manchester Victoria (MCV)

06:49AMWigan Wallgate (WGW)

$71One-way

1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Manchester to Wigan

Distance	17 miles (27 km)
Average train duration	28 min
Average train ticket price	$6 (€5)
Train frequency	25 a day
Direct train	Yes, there are 15 direct trains a day
Train providers	Northern Rail (3)

Trains from Manchester to Wigan cover the 17 miles (27 km) long trip taking on average 28 min with our travel partners like Northern Rail (3). Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $3 (€3), but the average price of train tickets is $6 (€5). Travelers depart most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly and arrive in Wigan North Western.

Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Manchester to Wigan trains

Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Manchester and Wigan from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom operating trains between Manchester and Wigan. It operates a wide range of services, from express trains to local services, and offers a variety of ticket types. Express trains are the fastest services, with journey times of up to two hours. Local services are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Northern Rail also offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and a range of refreshments. The most popular routes for Northern Rail are between major cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.

Train information from Manchester to Wigan with Northern Rail (3):

Average Duration: 23 min
Cheapest Price: $4
Northern Rail (3) frequency: 50 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Wigan

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester 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 Manchester to Wigan.

Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Wigan can start from as little as $3 (€3) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to Wigan is $6 (€5); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Manchester to Wigan train travel time is 28 min for the 17 mile (27 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Manchester to Wigan leaves at 4: 34 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Manchester to Wigan leaves at 10: 20 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Manchester to Wigan without having to change trains with Northern Rail (3). There are 15 direct trains from Manchester to Wigan each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the route from Manchester to Wigan you can take a train with Northern Rail (3). Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between Manchester and Wigan on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 20 PM.

When departing from Manchester, you have various train station options to start your route from including Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Airport, Manchester Victoria and Manchester Oxford Road. When arriving in Wigan, you can end your trip in train stations like Wigan North Western and Wigan Wallgate.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly, which is located around 0.5 miles (767 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Wigan North Western, located 0.1 miles (155 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Wigan from Manchester is worth doing with a journey time of 28 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Manchester to Wigan is October.

You have options as you can travel from Manchester to Wigan 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular train stations from Manchester to Wigan

Manchester

Wigan

Manchester Piccadilly is the most popular Manchester 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 Manchester for your trip to Wigan.

Manchester Piccadilly Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 04: 30 - 22: 30 | Sun: 07: 00 - 22: 30

Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly

Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales

Manchester Airport Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

ATM

Accessibility

Address

Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR

Public transit options for Manchester Airport

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.

Manchester Victoria Parking

Amenities at station

Parking

Accessibility

Address

Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY

Public transit options for Manchester Victoria

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.

Manchester Oxford Road Parking

Amenities at station

Parking

Accessibility

Address

Manchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU

Public transit options for Manchester Oxford Road

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)