The average train between Northwich and Wigan takes 2h 14m and the fastest train takes 1h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Northwich 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 Northwich and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 12:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Northwich is at 10:11 PM which arrives into Wigan at 6:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Chester and take an average of 2h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Northwich 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 Northwich to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Northwich station and arriving at Wigan station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.
Northwich to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Greenbank station.
Northwich to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.
Book your Northwich to Wigan train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Northwich and Wigan is 32.5 km. The road distance is 73 km.
You can take a train from Greenbank to Wigan North Western via Chester and Warrington Bank Quay in around 1h 47m.