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Get from Manchester to Wigan
The journey takes about 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to Wigan by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Wigan?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Wigan start from $5. The average price for this train route is around $7. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Wigan?
The average train ride duration from Manchester to Wigan is 35m, covering a distance of 15 miles (23 km). The quickest train can get you there in 22m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators service the Manchester to Wigan route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 26 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Transpennine Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Wigan?
The earliest train departs from Manchester to Wigan at 7:09am. And the latest train departs at 11:59pm.
What is the best train operator from Manchester to Wigan?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Wigan?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Manchester to Wigan?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Manchester to Wigan?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Wigan was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $4To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Wigan, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $4 to $17 for a train ticket from Manchester to Wigan based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $4 which is on 2025-12-12.
