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The average train between Wigan and Reading takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Wigan to Reading. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 18m
Duration
197 mi
Distance
£90
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Birmingham New Streettrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 14m
£74–117

Wigan to Reading train times

Trains run hourly between Wigan and Reading. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wigan is at 9:32 PM which arrives into Reading at 7:44 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country10h 13m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 33m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 34m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 34m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country4h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 33m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 34m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 34m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country4h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 33m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 34m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 34m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country4h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 33m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 34m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 34m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country4h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 33m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 34m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 34m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country4h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 34m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 37m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 36m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 39m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Wigan to Reading? 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 Reading.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 197.4 mi
  • Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Reading via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 14m.

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