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Wigan North Western to Liverpool James Street by train

First train

04:35

Last train

22:03

Departure station

Wigan North Western

Arrival station

Liverpool James Street

Journey time

From 47m

Distance

18 miles (28 km)

Frequency

59 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail

Taking the train from Wigan North Western to Liverpool James Street in 47 minutes

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

It usually takes around 1 hour 1 minute to travel the 18 miles (28 km) from Wigan North Western to Liverpool James Street by train, although you can get there in as little as 47 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 59 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 Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or Merseyrail to Liverpool James Street. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Wigan North Western to Liverpool James Street 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 Liverpool James Street by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Wigan North Western to Liverpool James Street

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

How do I travel from Wigan North Western to Liverpool James Street?

You can get from Wigan North Western to Liverpool James Street by train in 1 hour and 1 minute on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 47 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Wigan North Western to Liverpool James Street take?

The average journey time by train between Wigan North Western and Liverpool James Street is 1 hour and 1 minute, with around 59 trains per day running on this route. 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 Wigan North Western and Liverpool James Street by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Wigan North Western to Liverpool James Street is 47 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Wigan North Western to Liverpool James Street?

No, there are no direct train services from Wigan North Western to Liverpool James Street. Travelling from Wigan North Western to Liverpool James Street by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

Cheap train tickets from Wigan North Western to Liverpool James Street

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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 Wigan North Western to Liverpool James Street 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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