The average train between Oxford and Wigan takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Oxford 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 every 2 hours between Oxford and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oxford is at 9:39 PM which arrives into Wigan at 7:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Oxford station and arriving at Wigan station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.
Oxford to Wigan train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.
Oxford to Wigan train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wigan North Western station.
Book your Oxford to Wigan train tickets online with Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Oxford and Wigan is 219.8 km. The road distance is 255 km.
You can take a train from Oxford to Wigan North Western via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 35m.