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Wigan to Gateshead trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Wigan and Gateshead takes 3h 28m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Wigan to Gateshead. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 28m
Duration
165 mi
Distance
£66
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Carlisletrain train London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
  2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain train Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
3h 7m
£51–96

Wigan to Gateshead train times

Trains run hourly between Wigan and Gateshead. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wigan is at 9:27 PM which arrives into Gateshead at 7:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 19m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 51m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 23m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 50m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 16m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 4m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 19m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 51m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 16m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 4m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 19m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 51m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Wigan to Gateshead? 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.

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  • Distance: 165 mi
  • Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Wigan, England and Gateshead, England?

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Newcastle via Carlisle in around 3h 7m.

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