The average train between Wigan and Northwich takes 2h 6m and the fastest train takes 1h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Wigan to Northwich. 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 Northwich. The earliest departure is at 5:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wigan is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Northwich at 6:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 2h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wigan to Northwich? 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 Northwich. However, there are services departing from Wigan station and arriving at Northwich station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.
Wigan to Northwich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Warrington Bank Quay station.
Wigan to Northwich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Greenbank station.
Book your Wigan to Northwich train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Wigan and Northwich is 32.5 km. The road distance is 73 km.
You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Greenbank via Warrington Bank Quay and Chester in around 2h 6m.