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Trip Overview

The train between Wigan and Rainford takes 18 min. There is a train service every few hours from Wigan to Rainford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

18 min
Duration
7 mi
Distance
£3
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Wigan to Rainford train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Wigan and Rainford. The earliest departure is at 6:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wigan is at 7:14 PM which arrives into Rainford at 7:32 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 18 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Wigan to Rainford? 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 Rainford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 6.9 mi
  • Duration: 18 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Wigan Wallgate to Rainford every 2 hours. Tickets cost £2–5 and the journey takes 18 min.

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