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Lancaster to Wigan Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

11 trains operate daily from Lancaster to Wigan. The train trip from Lancaster to Wigan is usually about 35 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Avanti West Coast train can get you there in as little as 29 minutes.

Distance35 mi (57 km)
Fastest train0h 29m
Lowest price$5.17
Trains per day10
Most frequent serviceAvanti West Coast
Train lines3

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Which train should you take from Lancaster to Wigan?

There are 3 train lines with service from Lancaster to Wigan. Avanti West Coast is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 8 trains each day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Avanti West Coast80h 32m$23.66
Northern Rail10h 57m$5.17
TransPennine Express20h 37m$23.66
  • Avanti West Coast is one of the primary rail links between London and Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester, Glasgow, and Edinburgh. On any given day, Avanti West Coast operates almost 300 routes and departs hourly from select destinations.

  • Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.

  • TransPennine Express train tickets from Lancaster to Wigan start from $22, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 TransPennine Express schedules to Wigan. TransPennine Express in Lancaster leaves from Lancaster Train Station . And in Wigan trains arrive at Wigan North Western Station .

    From Lancaster to Wigan train travel on TransPennine Express takes 0 hours and 37 minutes. If you are looking to get to Wigan faster, TransPennine Express offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 29 minutes.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Lancaster to Wigan

The distance between Lancaster and Wigan is approximately 35 miles, or 57 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 35 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 29 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Wigan.

Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Lancaster to Wigan. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Wednesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Lancaster at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 2:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 11 scheduled trains on most days. 10 of these are direct connections to Wigan. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Wigan to Lancaster.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Lancaster?

Main departure station: Lancaster Train Station

There is one train station in Lancaster.

All train stations in Lancaster:

  • Lancaster Train Station

Where is the train station in Wigan?

Main arrival station: Wigan North Western Station

Wigan has one train station.

All train stations in Wigan:

  • Wigan North Western Station

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