The average train between Leicester and Wigan takes 2h 44m and the fastest train takes 1h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester 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 Leicester and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 7:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Wigan at 6:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 2h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Wigan station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.
Leicester to Wigan train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Wigan train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wigan North Western station.
Book your Leicester to Wigan train tickets online with Cross Country, West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Leicester and Wigan is 142.2 km. The road distance is 185 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Wigan North Western via Nuneaton and Crewe in around 3h 4m.