The average train between Northampton and Wigan takes 2h 45m and the fastest train takes 1h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Northampton 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 Northampton and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northampton is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Wigan at 6:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Rugby and take an average of 2h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 26m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Northampton 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 Northampton to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Wigan North Western station via Crewe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.
Northampton to Wigan train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Northampton to Wigan train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wigan North Western station.
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The distance between Northampton and Wigan is 185.8 km. The road distance is 223 km.
You can take a train from Northampton to Wigan North Western via Rugby and Crewe in around 3h 11m.