The average train between Wigan and Leicester takes 3h 4m 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.
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 10:52 PM which arrives into Leicester at 6:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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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.
No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Wigan station and arriving at Leicester station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.
Wigan to Leicester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.
Wigan to Leicester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Leicester station.
Book your Wigan to Leicester train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and 2 other operators.
The distance between Wigan and Leicester is 142.2 km. The road distance is 185 km.
You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Leicester via Crewe and Nuneaton in around 2h 48m.