The average train between Watford Junction and Wigan takes 3h 26m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Watford Junction 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 Watford Junction and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 1:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Watford Junction is at 10:07 PM which arrives into Wigan at 6:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Milton Keynes Central and take an average of 3h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Watford Junction 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 Watford Junction to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Wigan station via Milton Keynes Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.
Watford Junction to Wigan train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Watford Junction station.
Watford Junction to Wigan train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Wigan North Western station.
Book your Watford Junction to Wigan train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast and Lumo.
The distance between Watford Junction and Wigan is 258 km. The road distance is 282 km.
You can take a train from Watford Junction to Wigan North Western via Milton Keynes Central and Crewe in around 2h 54m.