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 | Train | Walkden | Wigan Wallgate | No tags | ||||
| Train | Walkden | Wigan Wallgate | No tags | ||||
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| Train | Walkden | Wigan North Western | No tags |
Get from Manchester to Wigan
The journey takes about 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Wigan 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 Manchester to Wigan?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Wigan 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 Manchester to Wigan?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Wigan is 35m, covering a distance of 17 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 22m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Wigan route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 23 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Transpennine Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Wigan?
The earliest train from Manchester to Wigan departs at 07:09. And the latest train departs at 23:59.
Which is the best train operator from Manchester to Wigan?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Wigan?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Manchester to Wigan?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Manchester to Wigan?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Wigan was searched and found on 6 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 Manchester to Wigan as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £3 to £13 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 £3, which is on 2025-12-06.
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