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Trip Overview

The average train between Carnforth and Wigan takes 1h 9m and the fastest train takes 44 min. There is a train service every few hours from Carnforth 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.

1h 9m
Duration
42 mi
Distance
£16
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Carnforth to Wigan train times

Trains run hourly between Carnforth and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carnforth is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Wigan at 5:44 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast44 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast50 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast49 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 5m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast47 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast45 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 5m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast46 min • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast47 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast45 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 5m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast46 min • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast47 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast45 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 5m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast46 min • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast47 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast45 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 5m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast46 min • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast49 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast47 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 6m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast46 min • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 56m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast46 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express55 min • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast49 min • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carnforth 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 Carnforth to Wigan.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 42.1 mi
  • Duration: 1h 9m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Lancaster to Wigan North Western hourly. Tickets cost £12–19 and the journey takes 32 min. TransPennine Express also services this route 4 times a day.

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