4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Wigan to Manchester
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€5
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€5
Fastest journey on Sep 20
42 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
42 m
Trains on Sep 20
2
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wigan to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wigan to Manchester will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 2 trains from Wigan to Manchester, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 42 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.
P2412310:15 AM0h42Wigan Wallgate (WGW)10:57 AMManchester Victoria (MCV)€51One-way0 transfers- G017078:14 AM0h42Wigan Wallgate (WGW)8:56 AMManchester Victoria (MCV)€51One-way0 transfers
- P2412310:15 AM0h42Wigan Wallgate (WGW)10:57 AMManchester Victoria (MCV)€51One-way0 transfers
- G017078:14 AM0h42Wigan Wallgate (WGW)8:56 AMManchester Victoria (MCV)€51One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Wigan to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wigan to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, while a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 27 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€4 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest | €6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wigan to Manchester:
A bus is €0.19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wigan to Manchester costing on average €4.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Bus takes on average 59m.
Live departures
Wigan to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Wigan to Manchester trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P28809 | On time 5:04 PM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 0h45 | 5:49 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24120 | On time 5:17 PM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 0h44 | 6:01 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24160 | On time 5:37 PM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 0h36 | 6:13 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89279 | On time 5:49 PM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 0h44 | 6:33 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28810 | On time 6:04 PM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 0h45 | 6:49 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24124 | On time 6:23 PM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 0h40 | 7:03 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
| G01707 | 8:14 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 0h42 | 8:56 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24123 | 10:15 AM Wigan Wallgate (WGW) | 0h42 | 10:57 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wigan to Manchester
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Trains from Wigan to Manchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:40, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 29m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 3:40 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Wigan to Manchester trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Wigan and Manchester from €2. 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 Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wigan to Manchester
Most Wigan to Manchester trains use the Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoria station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Wigan and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Wigan station do trains to Manchester leave from?
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.
Which Manchester station do trains from Wigan arrive at?
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 Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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 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.
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