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Wigan to London by train
It takes an average of 2h 53m to travel from Wigan to London by train, over a distance of around 176 miles (283 km). There are normally 51 trains per day traveling from Wigan to London and tickets for this journey start from $29.33 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:42 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 9:31 pm | |
| Departure station | Wigan | |
| Arrival station | London | |
| Journey time | From 1h 58m | |
| Distance | 176 miles (283 km) | |
| Frequency | 51 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $29.33 | |
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Traveling from Wigan to London by train
Looking to travel from Wigan to London by train? You've come to the right place.
You can expect the train journey from Wigan to London to take 2 hours 53 minutes on average. 51 trains usually run every day from Wigan to London.
There are direct trains available on this route.
Tickets for trains from Wigan to London start from $29.33. If you book in advance, tickets are usually cheaper.
Start a search using our Journey Planner to see the latest times and prices.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Wigan to London?
Want to know more about your journey from Wigan to London? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Wigan to London?
Planning a trip to the UK soon? As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
Train tickets from Wigan to London start at $29.33§ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.
3. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will ‘split’ your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
4. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper than Anytime tickets in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
* Based on European average monthly visitors to Trainline’s app and website from 1.1.2023 to 10.31.2023 vs other independent retailers.