London to Wigan Train
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London to Wigan by train
The journey from London to Wigan by train is 175.55 mi and takes 2 hrs 51 mins. There are 37 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:29 and the last at 21:10. It is possible to travel from London to Wigan by train for as little as £33.52 or as much as £201.99. The best price for this journey is £33.52.
| Lowest Price | £33.52 |
| Journey Duration | 2 hrs 51 mins |
| Connection per Day | West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales 37 |
| Lowest Price | West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales £33.52 |
| Highest Price | West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales £201.99 |
| First Departure | West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales 05:29 |
| Last Departure | West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales 21:10 |
| Distance | West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales 175.55 mi |
| Departure | West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales London |
| Arrival | West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales Wigan |
| Carriers | West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Price as departure date approaches
Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £19.21 to £76.73 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 75% on your trip!
Best time to book cheap train tickets from London to Wigan
The cheapest London - Wigan train tickets can be found for as low as £31.60 if you’re lucky, or £38.60 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £46.89.
Find the best day to travel to Wigan by train
When travelling to Wigan by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast and Northern Rail from London to Wigan
Compare services on board when travelling from London to Wigan by train.
| Facilities | West Midlands Railway | Avanti West Coast | Northern Rail | Transport for Wales |
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London to Wigan CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
19.78kg
Bus
21.19kg
Flight
56.5kg
Car
45.2kg
What are the CO2 emissions from London to Wigan by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between London and Wigan are 19.78kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between London and Wigan? By taking the train between London and Wigan you will save 36.72kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.41kg compared to a bus and 25.42kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from London to Wigan?
A train ticket from London to Wigan is £89.76. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £33.52.
What's the cheapest train ticket from London to Wigan?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Wigan is £33.52. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Wigan by train?
London to Wigan is 175.55 mi.
How long does the train between London and Wigan take?
London to Wigan is on average 2 hrs 51 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 53 mins.
Which companies operate from London to Wigan?
The train journey from London to Wigan is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
How many train connections per day go from London to Wigan?
London to Wigan has 37 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from London to Wigan leave?
The earliest train from London to Wigan departs at 05:29. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from London to Wigan depart?
The latest train from London to Wigan departs at 21:10. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Wigan in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £33.52 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from London to Wigan?
There are on average 18 direct connection(s) from London to go to Wigan.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Wigan by train?
The fastest journey time by train between London and Wigan is 1 hr 53 mins.
Is there a direct train from London to Wigan?
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Wigan.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Wigan by train?
The train journey from London to Wigan creates 19.78kg of CO2 emissions.