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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Watford to Wigan. The train trip from Watford to Wigan is usually about 3 hours and 23 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest West Midlands Railway train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 19 minutes.
| Distance | 161 mi (259 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 19m |
| Lowest price | €88.20 |
| Most frequent service | West Midlands Railway |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Watford to Wigan?
West Midlands Railway is the one and only train line which connects Watford to Wigan. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Midlands Railway | 2 | 3h 23m | €93.06 |
West Midlands Railway train tickets from Watford to Wigan start from €88, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 West Midlands Railway schedules to Wigan. West Midlands Railway in Watford leaves from Watford Junction . And in Wigan trains arrive at Wigan North Western Station .
From Watford to Wigan train travel on West Midlands Railway takes 3 hours and 23 minutes. If you are looking to get to Wigan faster, West Midlands Railway offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 19 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, West Midlands Railway offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Wigan.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Watford and Wigan is approximately 161 miles, or 259 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 23 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 19 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Watford to Wigan. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Watford at 11:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Watford twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Wigan to Watford.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Watford?
Main departure station: Watford Junction
There is one train station in Watford.
All train stations in Watford:
Watford Junction
Where is the train station in Wigan?
Main arrival station: Wigan North Western Station
Wigan has one train station.
Train stations in Wigan:
Wigan North Western Station
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