The average train between Bristol and Wigan takes 3h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol 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.
Trains run every 2 hours between Bristol and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 7:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Wigan at 7:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Wigan station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.
Bristol to Wigan train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Wigan train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wigan North Western station.
Book your Bristol to Wigan train tickets online with Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Bristol and Wigan is 232.2 km. The road distance is 285 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Wigan North Western via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 42m.