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Birkenhead to Wigan trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Birkenhead and Wigan takes 41 min and the fastest train takes 28 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Birkenhead to Wigan. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

41 min
Duration
20 mi
Distance
£8
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Birkenhead to Wigan train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Birkenhead and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birkenhead is at 11:15 PM which arrives into Wigan at 12:03 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 41 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    train train 29 min • Direct
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    train train 47 min • Direct
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    train train 49 min • Direct
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    train train 30 min • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    train train 34 min • Direct
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    train train 45 min • Direct
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    train train 48 min • Direct
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    train train 29 min • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    train train 34 min • Direct
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    train train 45 min • Direct
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    train train 48 min • Direct
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    train train 29 min • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 42 min • Direct
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    train train 31 min • Direct
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    train train 42 min • Direct
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    train train 42 min • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    train train 34 min • Direct
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    train train 45 min • Direct
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    train train 48 min • Direct
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    train train 29 min • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 34 min • Direct
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    train train 45 min • Direct
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    train train 48 min • Direct
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    train train 29 min • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 34 min • Direct
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    train train 45 min • Direct
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    train train 48 min • Direct
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    train train 29 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Birkenhead to Wigan? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Birkenhead to Wigan.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 19.9 mi
  • Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Birkenhead, England and Wigan, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan North Western every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–12 and the journey takes 47 min. TransPennine Express also services this route 4 times a day.

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