The average train between Wigan and Lincoln takes 3h 49m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Wigan to Lincoln. 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 2 hours between Wigan and Lincoln. The earliest departure is at 6:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wigan is at 9:37 PM which arrives into Lincoln at 7:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Oxford Road and take an average of 3h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wigan to Lincoln? 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 Lincoln. However, there are services departing from Wigan station and arriving at Lincoln station via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.
Wigan to Lincoln train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wigan Wallgate station.
Wigan to Lincoln train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Lincoln Central station.
Book your Wigan to Lincoln train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, East Midlands Railways and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Wigan and Lincoln is 143.6 km. The road distance is 179 km.
You can take a train from Wigan Wallgate to Lincoln Central via Manchester Oxford Road and Sheffield in around 3h 56m.