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East Midlands Parkway to Wigan Wallgate by train

First train

05:54

Last train

01:07

Departure station

East Midlands Parkway

Arrival station

Wigan Wallgate

Journey time

From 3h 6m

Distance

74 miles (119 km)

Frequency

2 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway

Travelling from East Midlands Parkway to Wigan Wallgate by train

Looking to travel from East Midlands Parkway to Wigan Wallgate by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 3 hours 44 minutes to travel from East Midlands Parkway to Wigan Wallgate by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 6 minutes though. You'll usually find 2 trains per day running along the 74 miles (119 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Wigan Wallgate, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express to get to Wigan Wallgate – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from East Midlands Parkway to Wigan Wallgate 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!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from East Midlands Parkway to Wigan Wallgate? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from East Midlands Parkway to Wigan Wallgate take?

The average journey time by train between East Midlands Parkway and Wigan Wallgate is 3 hours and 44 minutes, with around 2 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between East Midlands Parkway and Wigan Wallgate by train?

The fastest journey time by train from East Midlands Parkway to Wigan Wallgate is 3 hours and 6 minutes.

Is there a direct train from East Midlands Parkway to Wigan Wallgate?

No, there are no direct train services from East Midlands Parkway to Wigan Wallgate. Travelling from East Midlands Parkway to Wigan Wallgate by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from East Midlands Parkway to Wigan Wallgate leave?

The first train from East Midlands Parkway to Wigan Wallgate leaves at 05:54. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from East Midlands Parkway to Wigan Wallgate leave?

The last train from East Midlands Parkway to Wigan Wallgate leaves at 01:07. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between East Midlands Parkway and Wigan Wallgate by train?

Trains travelling from East Midlands Parkway to Wigan Wallgate cover a distance of around 74 miles (119 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from East Midlands Parkway to Wigan Wallgate

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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