How much does a train ticket from Edinburgh to Wigan cost?

The average train ticket price from Edinburgh to Wigan is $91. The best way to find train tickets from Edinburgh to Wigan is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Edinburgh to Wigan?

A train trip between Edinburgh and Wigan is around 2h 37m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 36m. This is the time it takes to travel the 169 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Edinburgh and Wigan?

The number of trains from Edinburgh to Wigan can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Edinburgh to Wigan by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to Wigan?

When taking the train from Edinburgh to Wigan, you can travel comfortably and safely with Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express.

Train Edinburgh to Wigan from $19

Next train departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Wigan on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:52pm	Waverley	2h 38m	9:30pm	Wigan North Western	Cheapest
Train	10:52am	Waverley	2h 36m	1:28pm	Wigan North Western	Fastest
Train	8:52am	Waverley	2h 37m	11:29am	Wigan North Western	No tags
Train	4:11pm	Waverley	2h 58m	7:09pm	Wigan North Western	No tags
Train	8:52am	Waverley	2h 37m	11:29am	Wigan North Western	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 6:17 PM GMT.

Get from Edinburgh to Wigan

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 2 hours 37 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

2h 37mAverage Duration

168 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.2

Transpennine Express

3.5/521 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

Train and bus companies in GB:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Wigan by train

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Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to Wigan?

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/16

$73

11/17

$24

Today

$33

11/19

$38

11/20

$47

11/21

$34

11/22

No data

11/23

$55

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Wigan was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $24

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to Wigan, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $24 to $249 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Wigan based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-11-21.