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Trains to Wigan from Birmingham New Street
It takes an average of 1h 24m to travel from Birmingham New Street to Wigan by train, over a distance of around 80 miles (128 km). There are normally 26 trains per day travelling from Birmingham New Street to Wigan and tickets for this journey start from £12.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:04 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:07 | |
| Departure station | Birmingham New Street | |
| Arrival station | Wigan | |
| Journey time | From 1h 21m | |
| Distance | 80 miles (128 km) | |
| Frequency | 26 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £12.50 | |
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Travelling from Birmingham New Street to Wigan by train
If you're planning to travel from Birmingham New Street to Wigan, we're here to help!
On average, the train journey from Birmingham New Street to Wigan takes around 1 hour 24 minutes. There are normally 26 trains per day travelling from Birmingham New Street to Wigan.
Direct trains depart from Birmingham New Street to Wigan.
Trains on this route are operated by Avanti West Coast.
Ticket prices start from £12.50 on this route. Save money on your train tickets by booking in advance.
Use our Journey Planner to compare ticket prices and find the cheapest fares.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Wigan?
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 Birmingham New Street to Wigan start at £12.50§ 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. Use a Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.
4. 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.
5. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
6. Consider a Season Ticket
Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Birmingham New Street to Wigan is right for you.
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.