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National Railway Museum
Major railway museum with iconic locomotives, royal trains, and engineering exhibits. One of Britain's best family-friendly museums.
Cheapest price on Oct 13
€72
Average ticket price on Oct 13
€73
Fastest journey on Oct 13
1 h 59 m
Average journey duration on Oct 13
2 h 9 m
Trains on Oct 13
11
Distance
112 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wigan to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wigan to York will cost around €73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €72.
It's difficult to get from Wigan to York without transferring at least once.
P24134+
G16000
G16307+
L89256
C24904+
P28793
C24495+
L89253
C24597+
P24130
G15896+
P28505
C24904+
P28793
C24895+
P28784
G15862+
P28790
G15861+
P28787Trains from Wigan to York run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:31, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 69 miles (112 km) distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 69 miles (112 km) |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 1:31 AM |
Last train 10:16 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
The table below shows live departures for Wigan to York trains for today, Monday, October 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:49 PM Wigan | 2h19 | 5:08 PM York | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:04 PM Wigan | 2h13 | 5:17 PM York | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:49 PM Wigan | 2h17 | 6:06 PM York | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:04 PM Wigan | 2h16 | 6:20 PM York | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:49 PM Wigan | 2h20 | 7:09 PM York | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:04 PM Wigan | 2h10 | 7:14 PM York | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:49 PM Wigan | 2h17 | 8:06 PM York | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:04 PM Wigan | 2h12 | 8:16 PM York | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:49 PM Wigan | 2h18 | 9:07 PM York | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:04 PM Wigan | 2h09 | 9:13 PM York | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:49 PM Wigan | 2h36 | 10:25 PM York | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:04 PM Wigan | 2h32 | 10:36 PM York | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:49 PM Wigan | 2h32 | 11:21 PM York | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:05 PM Wigan | 2h49 | 11:54 PM York | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:44 PM Wigan | 2h51 | 12:35 AM York | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:06 PM Wigan | 3h11 | 1:17 AM York | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:05 PM Wigan | 3h14 | 2:19 AM York | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, October 13 | |||||
P28784+ C24895 | 8:05 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 2h11 | 10:16 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
P28505+ G15896 | 8:37 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 1h59 | 10:36 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
L89250+ P00051 | 8:49 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 2h18 | 11:07 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
P28787+ G15861 | 9:04 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 2h12 | 11:16 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
P24126+ C24590 | 9:21 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 2h15 | 11:36 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
L89253+ C24495 | 9:49 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 2h18 | 12:07 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
P28790+ G15862 | 10:04 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 2h11 | 12:15 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
P24130+ C24597 | 10:21 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 2h15 | 12:36 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
L89256+ G16307 | 10:49 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 2h18 | 1:07 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
P28793+ C24904 | 11:04 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 2h11 | 1:15 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
P24134+ G16000 | 11:21 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 2h15 | 1:36 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Major railway museum with iconic locomotives, royal trains, and engineering exhibits. One of Britain's best family-friendly museums.
Immersive walk-through museum recreating Victorian streets, shops, and homes. Brilliant for understanding everyday life in historic York.
York's main city museum with archaeology, Roman finds, and local history. Set in beautiful gardens beside abbey ruins.
Narrow medieval street with overhanging timber-framed buildings and many independent shops. York's most famous and atmospheric lane.
Peaceful riverside gardens with abbey ruins, museum access, and lawns. Ideal for a scenic break amid York's historic core.
Grand civic street lined with historic buildings, gardens, and cultural sites. A key route for exploring the heart of York.
Yorkshire pudding is a baked batter pudding served with roast beef and gravy, iconic across Yorkshire and a staple of the traditional Sunday roast.
York ham is a prized cured ham from the city, traditionally mild, tender, and often served thick-cut in sandwiches, salads, or classic British meals.
Parkin is a sticky ginger cake made with oats and treacle, strongly linked to Yorkshire and especially eaten around Bonfire Night.
Michelin-starred fine dining by Tommy Banks, known for seasonal tasting menus and polished service in an elegant city-centre setting.
Beloved tearoom serving York rarebit, afternoon tea, and the famous fat rascal in an old-fashioned, bustling setting.
Long-established seafood restaurant known for very fresh fish, shellfish, and a smart but relaxed dining room in central York.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller towns, but transit is limited and many sights are walkable.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Wigan to York trains use the Wigan Wallgate to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Wigan and York train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Wigan Wallgate is 1 km from Wigan city centre. Public transport options include:
Wigan Wallgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Wigan Wallgate.
Ticket office support is available at Wigan Wallgate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wigan Wallgate: Parking, WC.
Available at Wigan Wallgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wigan Wallgate: 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.
Wigan North Western is 1 km from Wigan city centre. Public transport options include:
Wigan North Western has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Wigan North Western.
Wi-Fi is available at Wigan North Western.
Ticket office support is available at Wigan North Western. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wigan North Western: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wigan North Western: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wigan North Western: 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.
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Ticket office support is available at York.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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