The cheapest and fastest trains from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
2 h 42 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
270 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 5 trains that leave Wigan North Western (WGN) for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 270 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 42 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 28 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Wigan North Western (WGN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €100.
Distance: 167 miles (270 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€62 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest | €191 Average price |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 38m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Wigan North Western (WGN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Wigan North Western (WGN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:38 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 2h42 | 11:20 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:50 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 3h28 | 3:18 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:38 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 3h02 | 4:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:38 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 2h43 | 5:21 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:43 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 3h41 | 7:24 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Distance 167 miles (270 km) |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€33) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 40m |
First train 06:38 |
Last train 19:38 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) start from as low as $40 (€33) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $76 (€62) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsAvanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Wigan North Western (WGN) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from $35 (€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 Wigan North Western (WGN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
- 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.
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- 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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