The average train between Nelson and Wigan takes 1h 56m and the fastest train takes 1h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Nelson 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 Nelson and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nelson is at 10:57 PM which arrives into Wigan at 5:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Nelson to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Nelson station and arriving at Wigan station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.
Nelson to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Nelson station.
Nelson to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.
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The distance between Nelson and Wigan is 43.3 km. The road distance is 67 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Nelson to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £10–19 and the journey takes 1h 7m.