It takes an average of 53m to travel from Wigan to Ashton-under-Lyne by train, over a distance of around 22 miles (36 km). There are normally 16 trains per day travelling from Wigan to Ashton-under-Lyne and tickets for this journey start from £5 when you book in advance.
First train | 05:07 | |
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Last train | 21:27 | |
Departure station | Wigan | |
Arrival station | Ashton-under-Lyne | |
Journey time | From 48m | |
Distance | 22 miles (36 km) | |
Frequency | 16 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £5 |
Want to find out more about taking the train from Wigan to Ashton-under-Lyne? Look no further.
You'll usually find 16 trains per day running between Wigan and Ashton-under-Lyne, which usually take 53 minutes to complete the 22 miles (36 km) journey. It can take as little as 48 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Wigan to Ashton-under-Lyne start from £5.00 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
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The average journey time by train between Wigan and Ashton-under-Lyne is 53 minutes, with around 16 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.
The fastest journey time by train from Wigan to Ashton-under-Lyne is 48 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Wigan to Ashton-under-Lyne can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Wigan to Ashton-under-Lyne without having to change trains. There are 16 direct trains from Wigan to Ashton-under-Lyne each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Wigan to Ashton-under-Lyne leaves at 05:07. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Wigan to Ashton-under-Lyne leaves at 21:27. 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.
Trains travelling from Wigan to Ashton-under-Lyne cover a distance of around 22 miles (36 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Ashton-under-Lyne to Wigan.
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