The average train between Wigan and Preston takes 15 min and the fastest train takes 12 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Wigan to Preston. 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 Wigan and Preston. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Wigan is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Preston at 11:17 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 15 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wigan station and arriving at Preston station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.
Wigan to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.
Wigan to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Wigan to Preston train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Wigan and Preston is 24.8 km. The road distance is 24 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Wigan North Western to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £5–9 and the journey takes 13 min. Two other operators also service this route.
