The average train between Penrith and Wigan takes 1h 9m and the fastest train takes 1h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Penrith 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 Penrith and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 9:41 PM which arrives into Wigan at 10:50 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Penrith station and arriving at Wigan station. Services depart hourly, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 9m.
Penrith to Wigan train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Wigan train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wigan North Western station.
Book your Penrith to Wigan train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Penrith and Wigan is 125.1 km. The road distance is 140 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Penrith North Lakes to Wigan North Western hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 6m. TransPennine Express also services this route 3 times a day.