The average train between Rotherham and Wigan takes 2h 57m and the fastest train takes 2h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Rotherham 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 Rotherham and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 12:11 AM at night, and the last departure from Rotherham is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Wigan at 7:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 2h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 27m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Rotherham 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 Rotherham to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Sheffield station and arriving at Warrington Central station via Warrington Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.
Rotherham to Wigan train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Sheffield station.
Rotherham to Wigan train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Warrington Central station.
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The distance between Rotherham and Wigan is 85.6 km. The road distance is 102 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Sheffield to Warrington Central hourly. Tickets cost £17–28 and the journey takes 1h 23m. East Midlands Railways also services this route hourly.