The average train between South Shields and Wigan takes 4h 11m and the fastest train takes 3h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from South Shields 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 South Shields and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Wigan at 9:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 4h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from South Shields 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 South Shields to Wigan. However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at Wigan station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.
South Shields to Wigan train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Wigan train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Wigan North Western station.
The distance between South Shields and Wigan is 179.8 km. The road distance is 282 km.
You can take a subway from South Shields to Wigan North Western via Central Station, Newcastle, and Carlisle in around 3h 58m.