The average train between Whaley Bridge and Wigan takes 3h 28m and the fastest train takes 2h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Whaley Bridge 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 4 times a day between Whaley Bridge and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 6:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Whaley Bridge is at 11:15 PM which arrives into Wigan at 6:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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6h 56m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Whaley Bridge 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 Whaley Bridge to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Whaley Bridge station and arriving at Wigan station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.
Whaley Bridge to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Whaley Bridge station.
Whaley Bridge to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan Wallgate station.
Book your Whaley Bridge to Wigan train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Metrolink.
The distance between Whaley Bridge and Wigan is 49.3 km. The road distance is 56 km.
You can take a train from Whaley Bridge to Wigan Wallgate via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 2h.