The average train between Preston and Wigan takes 13 min and the fastest train takes 10 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Preston 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 every 30 minutes between Preston and Wigan. The earliest departure is at 5:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:43 PM which arrives into Wigan at 11:02 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 13 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston station and arriving at Wigan station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.
Preston to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan North Western station.
Book your Preston to Wigan train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Preston and Wigan is 24.8 km. The road distance is 24 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Wigan North Western hourly. Tickets cost £5–9 and the journey takes 11 min. Two other operators also service this route.
