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Trip Summary
You can pick from 3 daily train trips between Wigan and Newton-le-Willows. The average train journey from Wigan to Newton-le-Willows takes 24 minutes, but some Northern Rail train trips are as short as 13 minutes.
| Distance | 6 mi (10 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 13m |
| Lowest price | $9.07 |
| Trains per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Wigan to Newton-le-Willows?
2 train services operate from Wigan to Newton-le-Willows. Northern Rail usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti West Coast | 1 | 0h 43m | $9.07 |
| Northern Rail | 2 | 0h 15m | $9.07 |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Wigan to Newton-le-Willows. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Wigan at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00am. 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 3 scheduled trains on most days. 4 of these are direct connections to Newton-le-Willows. 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 Newton-le-Willows to Wigan.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Wigan?
Main departure station: Wigan North Western Station
There is one train station in Wigan.
All train stations in Wigan:
Wigan North Western Station
Where is the train station in Newton-le-Willows?
Main arrival station: Southworth Road
Newton-le-Willows receives travelers from Wigan at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Newton-le-Willows:
Southworth Road
Earlestown Station
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