The average train between Rugby and Wigan takes 2h 15m and the fastest train takes 1h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby 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 Rugby and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 11:12 PM which arrives into Wigan at 6:26 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Wigan station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.
Rugby to Wigan train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Wigan train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Wigan North Western station.
Book your Rugby to Wigan train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Rugby and Wigan is 159.5 km. The road distance is 178 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Wigan North Western via Crewe in around 2h 18m.