4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Wigan
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€4
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€6
Fastest journey on Sep 19
28 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
29 m
Trains on Sep 19
32
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Wigan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Wigan will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 32 trains from Liverpool to Wigan, including 32 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 29 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.
G862485:43 AM0h34Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)6:17 AMWigan North Western (WGN)€41One-way0 transfers- G862505:46 AM0h45Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)6:31 AMWigan North Western (WGN)€41One-way0 transfers
- G862379:15 AM0h49Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:04 AMWigan North Western (WGN)€41One-way0 transfers
- G862176:45 AM0h47Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:32 AMWigan North Western (WGN)€41One-way0 transfers
- G862126:15 AM0h48Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:03 AMWigan North Western (WGN)€41One-way0 transfers
W851738:13 AM0h28Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)8:41 AMWigan North Western (WGN)€121One-way0 transfers- G896376:39 PM0h29Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:08 PMWigan North Western (WGN)€81One-way0 transfers
- G896358:39 AM0h29Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:08 AMWigan North Western (WGN)€71One-way0 transfers
- G896327:39 AM0h29Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)8:08 AMWigan North Western (WGN)€51One-way0 transfers
- G8964310:39 AM0h29Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:08 AMWigan North Western (WGN)€81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Liverpool to Wigan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Wigan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, while a train costs an average of €3.
Distance: 27 km
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€3 Average price Cheapest | €6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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Live departures
Liverpool to Wigan train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Wigan trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G86248 | 5:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h34 | 6:17 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86250 | 5:46 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h45 | 6:31 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86212 | 6:15 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 7:03 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89629 | 6:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h29 | 7:08 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86217 | 6:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 7:32 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86221 | 7:15 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 8:03 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89632 | 7:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h29 | 8:08 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86225 | 7:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 8:32 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W85173 | 8:13 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h28 | 8:41 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86229 | 8:16 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 9:03 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89635 | 8:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h29 | 9:08 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86232 | 8:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 9:32 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86237 | 9:15 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h49 | 10:04 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89639 | 9:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h30 | 10:09 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86241 | 9:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 10:32 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86245 | 10:15 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 11:03 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89643 | 10:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h29 | 11:08 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86251 | 10:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 11:32 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86213 | 11:15 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 12:03 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89647 | 11:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h30 | 12:09 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86218 | 11:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 12:32 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W85187 | 12:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h30 | 12:42 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86222 | 12:15 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 1:03 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89652 | 12:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h29 | 1:08 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24147 | 5:10 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 5:48 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86223 | 5:15 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 6:03 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89633 | 5:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h29 | 6:08 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86227 | 5:45 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 6:32 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86234 | 6:15 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 7:03 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28825 | 6:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h59 | 7:30 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89637 | 6:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h29 | 7:08 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86239 | 6:45 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h49 | 7:34 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Wigan
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Trains from Liverpool to Wigan run on average 8 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 43m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 12:14 AM |
Last train 11:24 PM |
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Wigan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Wigan 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 Wigan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Wigan
Most Liverpool to Wigan trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan North Western station pair, with some services arriving at Bryn. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Wigan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Edge Hill from Liverpool city centre
Edge Hill is 2 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Edge Hill train station facilities and services
Edge Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edge Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edge Hill.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edge Hill: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edge Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station. Access to the station is via a hundred metre cobbled street slope or uneven pavement down to the ticket office. Platform 1 - has level access for train to Manchester Victoria, St Helens, Wigan, Preston and Warrington Bank Quay. Platform 2 - has level access for trains to Liverpool from Crewe/ Manchester Airport via Newton-le-Willows Platform 3 - down 20 steps to level under-pass and then up 20 steps to the platform for trains to Warrington Central and Manchester Piccadilly. Platform 4 - down 20 steps to level under-pass and then up 20 steps to the platform for trains to Liverpool from Manchester Oxford Road via Warrington (Stations), Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Wigan station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
Getting to Wigan North Western from Wigan city centre
Wigan North Western is 1 km from Wigan city centre. Public transport options include:
Wigan North Western train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Wigan North Western.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wigan North Western.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wigan North Western: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wigan North Western: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Bryn from Wigan city centre
Bryn is 4 km from Wigan city centre. Public transport options include:
Bryn train station facilities and services
Bryn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bryn.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bryn: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bryn: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, To Liverpool : Down a stepped ramp (40 paces, 1:10 slope) to the left of the bridge onto the platform. To Wigan : Down a ramp (44 paces, 1:10 slope) to the right of the bridge onto the platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Wigan Wallgate from Wigan city centre
Wigan Wallgate is 1 km from Wigan city centre. Public transport options include:
Wigan Wallgate train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Wigan Wallgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wigan Wallgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wigan Wallgate: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wigan Wallgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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