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Norwich to Wigan North Western by train

First train

04:48

Last train

21:40

Departure station

Norwich

Arrival station

Wigan North Western

Journey time

From 4h 56m

Distance

175 miles (282 km)

Frequency

10 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway

Taking the train from Norwich to Wigan North Western in 4 hours 56 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Norwich to Wigan North Western? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 7 hours 7 minutes to travel the 175 miles (282 km) from Norwich to Wigan North Western by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 56 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 10 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Greater Anglia to Wigan North Western. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Norwich to Wigan North Western in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Wigan North Western by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Norwich to Wigan North Western

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

How do you get to Wigan North Western from Norwich?

To travel to Wigan North Western from Norwich, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 7 hours and 7 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 4 hours and 56 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Norwich to Wigan North Western?

Trains from Norwich to Wigan North Western take an average of 7 hours and 7 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours and 56 minutes. You'll usually find 10 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Norwich and Wigan North Western by train?

The quickest journey time between Norwich and Wigan North Western by train is 4 hours and 56 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Norwich to Wigan North Western?

No, there are no direct trains running from Norwich to Wigan North Western, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Norwich to Wigan North Western

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Norwich to Wigan North Western is right for you.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† 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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