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Trip Overview

The average train between Northampton and Wigan takes 2h 50m 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.

2h 50m
Duration
130 mi
Distance
£51
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Northampton to Rugbytrain train
  2. Take the train from Rugby to Crewetrain train
  3. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain train
2h 44m
£40–94

Northampton to Wigan train times

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 9:34 PM which arrives into Wigan at 6:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Rugby and take an average of 2h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast8h 52m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 21m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 29m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 25m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 21m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 29m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 25m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 20m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 38m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 25m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 14m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want 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.

Map of how to get from Northampton to Wigan.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 129.6 mi
  • Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Northampton, England and Wigan, England?

You can take a train from Northampton to Wigan North Western via Rugby and Crewe in around 2h 44m.

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