Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Wigan to Capenhurst

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

Avanti West Coast
Merseyrail

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Wigan to Capenhurst

Trains to Capenhurst from Wigan

First train

04:35

Last train

22:03

Departure stationWigan
Arrival stationCapenhurst
Journey time

From 1h 8m

Distance

23 miles (38 km)

Frequency

33 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales

What are the train times from Wigan to Capenhurst?

Check out the next trains departing from Wigan to Capenhurst for Tuesday 20th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
12:4814:191h 31m, 1 change
12:5214:341h 42m, 1 change
13:1314:211h 8m, 2 changes
13:2115:041h 43m, 1 change
13:3015:061h 36m, 2 changes
13:4915:191h 30m, 1 change
13:5315:341h 41m, 1 change
14:1315:211h 8m, 2 changes
14:2116:041h 43m, 1 change
14:3216:061h 34m, 2 changes

Trains to Capenhurst from Wigan

Want to travel from Wigan to Capenhurst by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 1 hour 52 minutes to travel from Wigan to Capenhurst by train. You'll find on average 33 trains per day running on this route.

There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Capenhurst by train; you'll need to make 1 change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express and Merseyrail trains operate on this route.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Wigan to Capenhurst?

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

How do I get from Wigan to Capenhurst?

You can travel from Wigan to Capenhurst by train in about 1 hour and 52 minutes. With around 33 trains running each day, taking the train is easy. Find out more in our Journey Planner.

How long is the train journey from Wigan to Capenhurst?

On average, the train journey from Wigan to Capenhurst takes around 1 hour and 52 minutes, with 33 trains per day. The duration may vary slightly depending on the specific train and any potential delays. Use our Journey Planner to check out more information.

What is the fastest train from Wigan to Capenhurst?

The fastest trains from Wigan to Capenhurst can cover the distance of 23 miles (38 km) in as little as 1 hour and 8 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Wigan to Capenhurst?

No, you can’t travel from Wigan to Capenhurst on a direct train, you’ll need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Wigan to Capenhurst?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

2. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Wigan to Capenhurst is right for you.

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

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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.

Looking for more ideas?

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link