Bolton to South Wigston by train
| First train | 04:54 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:22 | |
| Departure station | Bolton | |
| Arrival station | South Wigston | |
| Journey time | From 2h 16m | |
| Distance | 87 miles (140 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Bolton to South Wigston by train
Looking to travel from Bolton to South Wigston by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 39 minutes to travel from Bolton to South Wigston by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 16 minutes though. You'll usually find 10 trains per day running along the 87 miles (140 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to South Wigston, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway to get to South Wigston. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Bolton to South Wigston in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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