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Wigan to Whitley Bay trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Wigan and Whitley Bay takes 4h 19m and the fastest train takes 3h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Wigan to Whitley Bay. 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 19m
Duration
175 mi
Distance
£72
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Carlisle

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  1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Carlisletrain train London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
  2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain train Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
3h 41m
£55–101

Wigan to Whitley Bay train times

Trains run hourly between Wigan and Whitley Bay. The earliest departure is at 6:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wigan is at 9:27 PM which arrives into Whitley Bay at 8:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 4h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro3h 26m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro4h 2m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro3h 26m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro3h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro4h • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro3h 44m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro3h 58m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro3h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro3h 56m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro4h 3m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro3h 30m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro3h 59m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Wigan to Whitley Bay? 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 Whitley Bay.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 174.9 mi
  • Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Wigan, England and Whitley Bay, England?

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Whitley Bay via Carlisle, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 41m.

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