The average train between Wigan and Aberdare takes 5h 46m and the fastest train takes 4h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Wigan to Aberdare. 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 Wigan and Aberdare. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wigan is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Aberdare at 9:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 5h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wigan to Aberdare? 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 Wigan to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Wigan station and arriving at Aberdare station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.
Wigan to Aberdare train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.
Wigan to Aberdare train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Aberdare station.
Book your Wigan to Aberdare train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Wigan and Aberdare is 210.6 km. The road distance is 316 km.
You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Aberdare via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 5h 11m.