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Wigan North Western to Alexandra Palace by train

First train

21:38

Last train

21:38

Departure station

Wigan North Western

Arrival station

Alexandra Palace

Journey time

From 9h 16m

Distance

171 miles (275 km)

Changes

4 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, Great Northern, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink

Take the train from Wigan North Western to Alexandra Palace in 9 hours 16 minutes

If you want to travel from Wigan North Western to Alexandra Palace by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Wigan North Western to Alexandra Palace by train to take around 9 hours 16 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 9 hours 16 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 171 miles (275 km). You'll have to make 4 changes along the way on your journey to Alexandra Palace. You can travel on this route with either East Midlands Railway, Thameslink or TransPennine Express. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Wigan North Western to Alexandra Palace are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

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

What's the fastest journey time between Wigan North Western and Alexandra Palace by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Wigan North Western to Alexandra Palace is 9 hours and 16 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Wigan North Western to Alexandra Palace?

No, there are no direct train services from Wigan North Western to Alexandra Palace. Travelling from Wigan North Western to Alexandra Palace by train will require a minimum of 4 changes.

What time does the first train from Wigan North Western to Alexandra Palace leave?

The first train from Wigan North Western to Alexandra Palace leaves at 21:38. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Wigan North Western to Alexandra Palace leave?

The last train from Wigan North Western to Alexandra Palace leaves at 21:38. 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 Wigan North Western and Alexandra Palace by train?

Trains travelling from Wigan North Western to Alexandra Palace cover a distance of around 171 miles (275 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Wigan North Western to Alexandra Palace

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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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