Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train with Northern Rail

Fri, Jun 19
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

Showing times and prices for Jun 19

Cheapest price

$5

Average price

$7

Fastest journey

39 m

Average duration

40 m

Trains per day

25

Distance

27 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.

Fast trains

Of the 25 trains that leave Wigan Wallgate (WGW) for Manchester Victoria (MCV) on Fri, Jun 19, 25 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .

On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 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.

  • Northern RailP28816
    9:05 PM0h44
    Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
    9:49 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)
    $51One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailP28790
    10:04 AM0h45
    Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
    10:49 AMManchester Victoria (MCV)
    $51One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailP24130
    10:21 AM0h40
    Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
    11:01 AMManchester Victoria (MCV)
    $51One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailL89379
    10:49 PM0h44
    Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
    11:33 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)
    $51One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailP28814
    8:04 PM0h45
    Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
    8:49 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)
    $51One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $3.

Distance: 16 miles (27 km)

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Bus
Driving

$5

Average price

$4

Average price

Cheapest

$8

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 1m

Average total duration

1h 31m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

44m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) is a bus with an average price of $4 (€3).

This is compared to other travel options from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV):

A bus is $1 (€0.94) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) costing on average $5 (€4).

The fastest way to travel from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) is by train with an average journey time of 43m.

Other travel options to Manchester Victoria (MCV) take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 31m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Wigan Wallgate (WGW) and Manchester Victoria (MCV) including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1m faster (43m by train vs 44m by car) and roughly $3 (€2) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($5 (€4) vs $8 (€6)). 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 Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train times

The table below shows live departures for Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Northern RailL892375:48 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
0h45
6:33 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP287786:06 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
0h44
6:50 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP241146:21 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
0h40
7:01 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL892426:49 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
0h44
7:33 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP287817:05 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
0h44
7:49 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP241187:21 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
0h41
8:02 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL894677:32 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
0h47
8:19 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP287848:05 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
0h46
8:51 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP241228:21 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
0h40
9:01 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL892508:49 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
0h44
9:33 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP287879:04 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
0h45
9:49 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP241269:21 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
0h40
10:01 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL892539:49 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
0h44
10:33 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP2879010:04 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
0h45
10:49 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP2413010:21 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
0h40
11:01 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP241287:21 PM Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
0h39
8:00 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL892867:49 PM Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
0h44
8:33 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP288148:04 PM Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
0h45
8:49 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect

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Northern Rail as well as Northern Trains Limited offer trains services from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
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Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
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Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

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Trains from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€3) if you book in advance.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (27 km) distance in 39m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
16 miles (27 km)
Average train duration
43m
Cheapest ticket price
$3 (€3)
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
39m
First train
5:48 AM
Last train
10:16 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Mon
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Wigan Wallgate (WGW) and Manchester Victoria (MCV) from $3 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
39m
Cheapest Price
$3 (€3)
Northern Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
39m
Cheapest Price
$9 (€7)
Northern Trains Limited frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Trains from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 Manchester Victoria (MCV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $3 (€3), while the average price is around $5 (€4).
The train from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) takes 39m and runs 4 per day.
The first train from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) leaves at 5:48 AM.
The distance by train from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) is 16 miles (27 km).
The last train from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) leaves at 10:16 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
Yes, there is a direct train from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV). This service operates 4 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
The cheapest way to get from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) is by train, with a cost of around $3 (€3).
The train journey from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoria offers a mix of urban and industrial views, with some green spaces and glimpses of the Greater Manchester countryside, but it is not typically considered one of the most scenic routes.
Yes, a day trip from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoria is feasible with a journey time of 39m and a distance of 16 miles (27 km). There are 4 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
Since neither Wigan Wallgate (WGW) nor Manchester Victoria (MCV) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Manchester Victoria (MCV) include Leeds, Rochdale, Blackburn, Halifax, Bolton.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Wigan Wallgate (WGW) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

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The major train station for departures in Wigan is Wigan Wallgate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wigan Wallgate for your trip from Wigan to Manchester.
Wigan WallgateParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
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information
address
Address
Wigan Wallgate station, Wallgate, Wigan, Lancashire, WN1 1BB
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level access into the ticket hall, down 30 steps onto the platform, or via a lift on the left inside the ticket hall. Please note Lifts are available 0515-2230 Monday to Saturday, and 0700-2130 Sunday. If you wish to travel to or from this station after these times, please call 0800 138 5560 for advice
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Wigan Wallgate
  • Onward travel information: Adjacent to Wigan North Western rail station for buses to St Helen?s, Southport, Ormskirk and Warrington. Maximum distance 200 yards/183m. Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up/Drop off outside the station
  • Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811

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