The average train between Pontefract and Wigan takes 3h 30m and the fastest train takes 2h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontefract 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 Pontefract and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 7:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontefract is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Wigan at 12:08 PM. All services require a transfer at Wakefield Kirkgate and take an average of 3h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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2h 52m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Pontefract 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 Pontefract to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Pontefract station and arriving at Wigan station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.
Pontefract to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Huddersfield station.
Pontefract to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan Wallgate station.
Book your Pontefract to Wigan train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Pontefract and Wigan is 88.9 km. The road distance is 105 km.
You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Wigan Wallgate via Wakefield Kirkgate, Huddersfield, and Manchester Victoria in around 3h.