Wigan to Manchester train

Trains from Wigan to Manchester

Wigan is only 17 miles (27 km) from Manchester city center. Passengers can reach Manchester in only 40 minutes on average from Wigan, but the fastest train reaches Manchester in as little as 30 minutes. Passengers have plenty of services to choose from, with an average of 123 trains departing each day.

Wigan to Manchester Train time: Daily departures

Passengers can board 123 trains a day from Wigan to Manchester. Trains run from 05:00 am to shortly after 11:00 pm on Monday to Saturday, but trains depart later (around 08:00 am) and terminate earlier (around 10:00 pm) on Sundays. 

How long is the journey by train from Wigan to Manchester?

Wigan is 17 miles (27 km) from Manchester. The average train from Wigan to Manchester takes 40 minutes. However, occasionally passengers will find a trip which is much faster (usually a Wigan North Western to Manchester Picadilly service), and takes as little as 29 minutes. Some trains on the Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoria service can take as long as 49 minutes, as there are many stops at smaller regional stations. 

What is/are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Wigan to Manchester?

Departure Train Station: Trains from Wigan to Manchester depart from 1 of 2 stations: Wigan Wallgate or Wigan North Western.  Wigan Wallgate and Wigan North Western are both in the historic center of Wigan. Both stations have ticket offices, newsagents, refreshment stalls and are accessible to travelers with access needs. Both stations can be reached via public transport. 

Arrival Train Station: Trains from Wigan to Manchester arrive at Manchester Picadilly or Manchester Victoria. Both Picadilly and Victoria are in the heart of Manchester's historic city center, and in walking distance of all the city's main attractions. Picadilly is slightly closer to the commercial center, and Victoria closer to the Medieval city, but both are in the heart of town. Both stations have all modern amenities, including ticket offices, refreshment stands, and live departure boards. Both are wheelchair accessible. 

Which train companies travel from Wigan to Manchester?

National Rail operates the train from Wigan to Manchester. Each day 123 National Rail trains travel from Wigan to Manchester. Trains depart from 05:00 am to shortly after 11:00 pm every day, Monday through Sunday. National Rail trains from Wigan to Manchester are direct, but are on a slower regional train line and stop at many small, local stations between Manchester and Wigan. The average train from Wigan to Manchester takes 40 minutes, but you the fastest train only takes 29 minutes. 

National Rail Wigan to Manchester

The train from Wigan to Manchester is a regional service and not high-speed. Although it is not an indirect service, the train makes frequent stops at smaller regional stations. Approximately 123 trains a day depart Wigan for Manchester. The average journey takes 40 minutes. 

Wigan to Manchester Trains: Services on board

There is no first-class service on any train from Wigan to Manchester. Passengers can sit in the standard carriage. Standard carriage seats on National Rail coaches on this line are typically organized in rows of 4 and 2 seats, with the aisle between. All trains from Wigan to Manchester can accommodate disabled passengers and those with access requirements. Every carriage has an extendable ramp, on which wheelchair users can enter the train and a reserved seating area for travelers in wheelchairs and their companions. Staff are on hand at larger stations to help passengers in wheelchairs board. Luggage racks are available throughout the train although they are not in every carriage on this line. Additional luggage storage facilities for hand luggage are found above seats. Travelers are able to take bikes on the train. Foldable bikes can be stored in luggage racks, and passengers can stand in the sections of carriages without seats with large bikes. Passengers can travel with pets on the condition that they are properly contained in carry bags, muzzled, or on short leads.

How can I find cheap train tickets from Wigan to Manchester?

The best way to find a cheap train from Wigan to Manchester is to book tickets well in advance of your planned departure date. Travel experts recommend booking tickets no later than six weeks before departure to get the best possible deals on ticket prices. Another great way to get the cheapest tickets is by having a flexible departure date. Travelers should look on days around their intended departure date to find the best deal, as ticket prices fluctuate throughout the week. If they must travel on a certain day, they can find cheaper tickets throughout the day. Prices vary across the day depending on tickets booked and peak travel hours, and passengers can secure a great deal on ticket prices when they're flexible.