How much does a train ticket from Manchester to Wigan cost?

The average train ticket price from Manchester to Wigan is $8. The best way to find train tickets from Manchester to Wigan is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Manchester to Wigan?

A train trip between Manchester and Wigan is around 36m, although the fastest train will take about 21m. This is the time it takes to travel the 16 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Manchester and Wigan?

The number of trains from Manchester to Wigan can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 33. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Manchester to Wigan by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Trains from Manchester to Wigan | Northern, Transpennine Express

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from $4

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Trains leaving Wednesday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 7 at 7:08am
Departure city: Manchester
Departure location: Manchester Victoria
Arrival time: May 7 at 7:44am
Destination city: Wigan
Destination location: Hindley
Operated by: Northern
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 36m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 7 at 5:39pm
Departure city: Manchester
Departure location: Walkden
Arrival time: May 7 at 6:02pm
Destination city: Wigan
Destination location: Wigan North Western
Operated by: Northern
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 23m
Departure time: May 7 at 6:55am
Departure city: Manchester
Departure location: Manchester Victoria
Arrival time: May 7 at 7:40am
Destination city: Wigan
Destination location: Wigan Wallgate
Operated by: Northern
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 45m
Departure time: May 7 at 7:08am
Departure city: Manchester
Departure location: Manchester Victoria
Arrival time: May 7 at 7:49am
Destination city: Wigan
Destination location: Wigan Wallgate
Operated by: Northern
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 41m
Departure time: May 7 at 7:13am
Departure city: Manchester
Departure location: Manchester Victoria
Arrival time: May 7 at 7:47am
Destination city: Wigan
Destination location: Wigan North Western
Operated by: Northern
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 34m

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Train Manchester to Wigan: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$8

Average train trip duration36m

Number of daily trains33

Earliest train departure6:55am

Distance17 miles (27 km)

Latest train departure11:40pm

Train Companies

Northern

4/523 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi2.8

Transpennine Express

3.5/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, WESTbahn

Manchester to Wigan Train

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

Best price found

04/29

$4

04/30

$4

Today

$4

05/02

$4

05/03

$4

05/04

$5

05/05

$4

05/06

$4

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Wigan was searched and found on Apr 30, 2025 with a price of $4

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

You can expect to pay from $4 to $20 for a train ticket from Manchester to Wigan based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $4 which is on 2025-05-02.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Manchester to Wigan is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Wigan, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Manchester and Wigan, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Manchester to Wigan, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

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