The average train between Wigan and Gateshead takes 3h 26m and the fastest train takes 2h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from Wigan to Gateshead. 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 Wigan and Gateshead. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wigan is at 9:27 PM which arrives into Gateshead at 7:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Wigan station and arriving at Gateshead station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.
Wigan to Gateshead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.
Wigan to Gateshead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Wigan to Gateshead train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Wigan and Gateshead is 171.5 km. The road distance is 266 km.
You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Newcastle via Carlisle in around 3h 9m.
