Train from Edinburgh to Wigan: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Edinburgh to Wigan on 17 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Avanti West CoastTrain
Waverley
Wigan North WesternNo tags
Avanti West CoastTrain
Waverley
Wigan North WesternNo tags
Avanti West CoastTrain
Waverley
Wigan North WesternNo tags
Avanti West CoastTrain
Waverley
Wigan North WesternNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Waverley
Wigan North WesternNo tags

Get from Edinburgh to Wigan

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 2 hours 38 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 689, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
2h 38mAverage duration
271 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Wigan by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Wigan?

    The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Wigan start from R 689. The average price for this train route is around R 1 894. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Wigan?

    The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Wigan is 2h 38m, covering a distance of 271 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 36m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.

  3. Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Wigan route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day, including services from Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Wigan?

    The earliest train from Edinburgh to Wigan departs at 08:11. And the latest train departs at 18:52.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Wigan?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Wigan?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Edinburgh to Wigan?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to Wigan?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
15/12
R 1 790
16/12
R 653
Today
R 567
18/12
No data
19/12
R 654
20/12
No data
21/12
R 559
22/12
R 750
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Wigan was searched and found on 21 Dec 2025 with a price of R 559

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to Wigan as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 559 to R 4 265 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Wigan based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 559, which is on 2025-12-21.

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