The average train between Wigan and Nelson takes 2h 4m and the fastest train takes 1h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Wigan to Nelson. 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 Nelson. The earliest departure is at 12:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Wigan is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Nelson at 12:01 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Wigan station and arriving at Nelson station via Nelson. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.
Wigan to Nelson train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Wigan to Nelson train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Nelson station.
Book your Wigan to Nelson train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Wigan and Nelson is 43.3 km. The road distance is 67 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Nelson hourly. Tickets cost £10–19 and the journey takes 1h 4m.