The average train between Halifax and Wigan takes 2h 2m and the fastest train takes 1h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Halifax 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 hourly between Halifax and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Halifax is at 10:30 PM which arrives into Wigan at 9:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Halifax to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Halifax station and arriving at Wigan station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.
Halifax to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Halifax station.
Halifax to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Halifax to Wigan train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Halifax and Wigan is 55.4 km. The road distance is 95 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Halifax to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £17–30 and the journey takes 1h 7m.