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Trip Overview

The average train between Wigan and Cardiff takes 3h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Wigan to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 37m
Duration
174 mi
Distance
£69
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Wigan to Cardiff train times

Trains run hourly between Wigan and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wigan is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 7:43 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 14m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 9m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 37m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 15m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 5m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 37m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 15m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 5m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 18m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 15m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 6m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 12m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 3m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 16m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 16m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 37m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 15m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 5m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 37m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 15m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 5m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 11m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Wigan to Cardiff? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Wigan to Cardiff.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 173.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Wigan, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Cardiff Central via Crewe in around 3h 45m.

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