Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Hindley | Manchester Victoria | No tags | ||||
| Train | Wigan Wallgate | Manchester Airport | No tags | ||||
| Train | Hindley | Manchester Victoria | No tags | ||||
| Train | Hindley | Manchester Victoria | No tags | ||||
| Train | Wigan Wallgate | Manchester Airport | No tags |
Get from Wigan to Manchester
The journey takes about 37 minutes, and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 26 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at £4
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wigan to Manchester by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Wigan to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Wigan to Manchester start from £4. The average price for this train route is around £6. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Wigan to Manchester?
The average train journey time from Wigan to Manchester is 37m, covering a distance of 20 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 21m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Wigan to Manchester route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 25 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wigan to Manchester?
The earliest train from Wigan to Manchester departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 23:12.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Wigan to Manchester was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £3To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Wigan to Manchester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £3 to £15 for a train ticket from Wigan to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £3, which is on 2025-12-12.
