The cheapest and fastest trains from Wigan to Luton
Cheapest price
$102
Average price
$176
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
238 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wigan to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wigan to Luton will cost around $176 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $102.
Of the 2 trains that leave Wigan for Luton on Fri, Nov 07, 2 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 238 km distance in an average of 3 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 41 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, bus, and flight for Wigan to Luton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wigan to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a train costs an average of €67.
Distance: 147 miles (238 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€73 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Wigan to Luton train times
The table below shows live departures for Wigan to Luton trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:46 AM Wigan | 2h54 | 8:40 AM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:12 AM Wigan | 3h02 | 9:14 AM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:12 AM Wigan | 2h44 | 9:56 AM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:14 AM Wigan | 3h25 | 11:39 AM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:14 AM Wigan | 2h55 | 12:09 PM Luton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:46 AM Wigan | 3h40 | 8:26 AM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wigan to Luton
Trains from Wigan to Luton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $82 (€67) but you can travel from only $34 (€27) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:40, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 147 miles (238 km) distance in 3h 24m.
Distance 147 miles (238 km) |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 (€67) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 24m |
First train 03:40 |
Last train 20:40 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Wigan to Luton trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Wigan and Luton from $34 (€27). 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 to Luton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan to Luton 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 Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wigan to Luton
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
- Car Park: Station Road Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front and rear entrances
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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