The average train between Peterborough and Wigan takes 4h 6m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Peterborough 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 Peterborough and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Peterborough is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Wigan at 6:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 4h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Peterborough 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 Peterborough to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Peterborough station and arriving at Wigan station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.
Peterborough to Wigan train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Peterborough station.
Peterborough to Wigan train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wigan North Western station.
Book your Peterborough to Wigan train tickets online with Cross Country, West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Peterborough and Wigan is 192.6 km. The road distance is 268 km.
You can take a train from Peterborough to Wigan North Western via Nuneaton and Crewe in around 3h 53m.