The average train between Carnforth and Wigan takes 1h 9m and the fastest train takes 44 min. There is a train service every few hours from Carnforth to Wigan. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Carnforth and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carnforth is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Wigan at 5:44 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Carnforth to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Carnforth station and arriving at Wigan station via Wigan North Western. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.
Carnforth to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Lancaster station.
Carnforth to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan North Western station.
Book your Carnforth to Wigan train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Carnforth and Wigan is 65.7 km. The road distance is 68 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Lancaster to Wigan North Western hourly. Tickets cost £12–21 and the journey takes 31 min. TransPennine Express also services this route 4 times a day.