The average train between Lincoln and Wigan takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Lincoln 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 Lincoln and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lincoln is at 10:44 PM which arrives into Wigan at 7:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Lincoln station and arriving at Wigan station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.
Lincoln to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Lincoln Central station.
Lincoln to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Warrington Central station.
Book your Lincoln to Wigan train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, East Midlands Railways and 2 other operators.
The distance between Lincoln and Wigan is 143.6 km. The road distance is 192 km.
You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Wigan North Western via Sheffield, Warrington Central, and Warrington Bank Quay in around 3h 43m.