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Trip Overview

The average train between Wigan and Leicester takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Wigan to Leicester. 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 1m
Duration
115 mi
Distance
£44
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Wigan to Leicester train times

Trains run hourly between Wigan and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wigan is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Leicester at 6:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 19m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 22m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLumoCross Country2h 39m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLumoCross Country2h 39m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 19m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 19m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 36m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastLumoCross Country2h 18m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 15m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 17m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLumoCross Country2h 39m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLumoCross Country2h 39m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 19m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Wigan to Leicester? 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.

Map of how to get from Wigan to Leicester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 114.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 1m

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

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Leicester via Crewe and Nuneaton in around 2h 52m.

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