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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.

2h 57m
Duration
77 mi
Distance
£35
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Rotherham to Wigan train times

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.

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast8h 41m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast7h 25m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast2h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast2h 27m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast2h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast7h 25m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast2h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast2h 27m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast2h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast7h 25m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast2h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast2h 27m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast2h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast9h 55m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast2h 47m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast2h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast2h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast2h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast2h 27m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast2h 27m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast2h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast7h 25m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast2h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast2h 27m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast2h 27m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want 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.

Map of how to get from Rotherham to Wigan.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 76.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Rotherham, England and Wigan, England?

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.

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