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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Wigan
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €3
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €4
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 32 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 33 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 17
- Distance
- 27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Wigan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Wigan will cost around €4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 17 trains from Manchester to Wigan, including 17 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 34 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.
L889165:13 PM 0h34 Manchester Victoria (MCV) 5:47 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) €3 1 One-way 0 transfers- P28633
8:33 AM 0h34 Deansgate (DGT) 9:07 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) €3 1 One-way 0 transfers - P28637
9:09 AM 0h41 Manchester Victoria (MCV) 9:50 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) €3 1 One-way 0 transfers - L88913
8:13 AM 0h33 Manchester Victoria (MCV) 8:46 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) €3 1 One-way 0 transfers - L89277
5:55 PM 0h45 Manchester Victoria (MCV) 6:40 PM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) €3 1 One-way 0 transfers
- L88915
4:13 PM 0h32 Manchester Victoria (MCV) 4:45 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) €5 1 One-way 0 transfers - L88913
8:13 AM 0h33 Manchester Victoria (MCV) 8:46 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) €3 1 One-way 0 transfers - L88916
5:13 PM 0h34 Manchester Victoria (MCV) 5:47 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) €3 1 One-way 0 transfers - P28728
5:33 PM 0h34 Deansgate (DGT) 6:07 PM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) €4 1 One-way 0 transfers - P28719
4:33 PM 0h34 Deansgate (DGT) 5:07 PM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) €5 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Wigan
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Trains from Manchester to Wigan run on average 8 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 27m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 3:45 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
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Live departures
Manchester to Wigan train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Wigan trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01709 | On time 7:25 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h44 | 8:09 PM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89056 · NT203300 | On time 7:52 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h01 | 8:53 PM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, November 2 | |||||
| P28629 | 8:09 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h41 | 8:50 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L88913 | 8:13 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h33 | 8:46 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89695 | 8:28 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h44 | 9:12 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28633 | 8:33 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0h34 | 9:07 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89248 | 8:55 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h45 | 9:40 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28637 | 9:09 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h41 | 9:50 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28714 | 4:09 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h41 | 4:50 PM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L88915 | 4:13 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h32 | 4:45 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89692 | 4:28 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h44 | 5:12 PM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28719 | 4:33 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0h34 | 5:07 PM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89274 | 4:55 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h45 | 5:40 PM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28724 | 5:09 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h41 | 5:50 PM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L88916 | 5:13 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h34 | 5:47 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24555 | 5:20 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h42 | 6:02 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89694 | 5:28 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h44 | 6:12 PM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28728 | 5:33 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0h34 | 6:07 PM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89277 | 5:55 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h45 | 6:40 PM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Wigan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Wigan
Most Manchester to Wigan trains use the Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgate station pair, with some services arriving at Wigan North Western. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Wigan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Wigan leave from?
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, 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 Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Which Wigan station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
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.
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.
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