The average train between Wigan and Essex takes 4h 20m and the fastest train takes 3h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Wigan to Essex. 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 every 4 hours between Wigan and Essex. The earliest departure is at 5:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wigan is at 9:32 PM which arrives into Essex at 7:41 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wigan to Essex? 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 Essex. However, there are services departing from Wigan station and arriving at Essex station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.
Wigan to Essex train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.
Wigan to Essex train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Wigan to Essex train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Wigan and Essex is 288.5 km. The road distance is 382 km.
You can take a train from Wigan North Western to White Notley via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h.