The average train between Hemel Hempstead and Wigan takes 3h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 2:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Hemel Hempstead is at 9:57 PM which arrives into Wigan at 6:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Milton Keynes Central and take an average of 3h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 54m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Hemel Hempstead 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.
No, there is no direct train from Hemel Hempstead to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Hemel Hempstead station and arriving at Wigan station via Milton Keynes Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.
Hemel Hempstead to Wigan train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Hemel Hempstead station.
Hemel Hempstead to Wigan train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Wigan North Western station.
Book your Hemel Hempstead to Wigan train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast and Lumo.
The distance between Hemel Hempstead and Wigan is 247.7 km. The road distance is 271 km.
You can take a train from Hemel Hempstead to Wigan North Western via Milton Keynes Central and Crewe in around 3h 5m.