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Trip Overview

The average train between Wigan and Watford takes 3h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Wigan to Watford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 33m
Duration
175 mi
Distance
£60
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Crewe

best
  1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Crewetrain train
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Milton Keynes Centraltrain train
  3. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Watford Junctiontrain train
2h 22m
£37–130

Wigan to Watford train times

Trains run hourly between Wigan and Watford. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wigan is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Watford at 8:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 29m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 51m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 16m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains6h 59m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 21m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 1m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 21m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 1m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains3h 21m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 1m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 1m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Wigan to Watford? 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 Watford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 175.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Watford Junction via Crewe and Milton Keynes Central in around 2h 22m.

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