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The cheapest and fastest trains from Accrington to Wigan
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
29 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Accrington to Wigan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Accrington to Wigan will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
Fast trains
To travel from Accrington to Wigan you need to make at least one change.

06:231h07
Accrington07:30Wigan
£561One-way
1 change

07:121h00
Accrington08:12Wigan
£561One-way
1 change

07:231h06
Accrington08:29Wigan
£561One-way
1 change

08:121h00
Accrington09:12Wigan
£561One-way
1 change

07:121h00
Accrington08:12Wigan
£561One-way
1 change

08:121h00
Accrington09:12Wigan
£561One-way
1 change

07:231h06
Accrington08:29Wigan
£561One-way
1 change

06:231h07
Accrington07:30Wigan
£561One-way
1 change
Live departures
Accrington to Wigan train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 07:19
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:23 Accrington | 1h06 | 08:29 Wigan | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:12 Accrington | 1h00 | 09:12 Wigan | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:23 Accrington | 1h06 | 09:29 Wigan | 1 change | |
| Thursday 6 November | |||||
![]() | 06:23 Accrington | 1h07 | 07:30 Wigan | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:12 Accrington | 1h00 | 08:12 Wigan | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Accrington to Wigan
Trains from Accrington to Wigan run on average 6 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 05:32 |
Last train 22:28 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Accrington to Wigan trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Accrington and Wigan from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
59m
Cheapest Price
£20
Northern Rail (3) frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Accrington to Wigan train
FAQs: Travel by train from Accrington to Wigan easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Accrington to Wigan.

The train distance from Accrington to Wigan is 29 km.
Booking trains from Accrington to Wigan in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Accrington and Wigan. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3).
The train journey from Accrington to Wigan covers a distance of 29 km and takes approximately 50m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Accrington to Wigan can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £43.
The first train from Accrington to Wigan leaves at 5:32.
The last train from Accrington to Wigan departs at 22:28.
The cheapest way to get from Accrington to Wigan is by train, costing approximately £6.
Trains from Accrington to Wigan run approximately 6 times per day.
There is no night train service from Accrington to Wigan.
The train station in Accrington that goes to Wigan is Accrington station (ACR), and it arrives at Wigan North Western (WGN).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Accrington to Wigan.
Yes, you can take the train from Accrington to Wigan.
To travel from Accrington to Wigan, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Accrington and Wigan
Accrington
Wigan
The major train station for departures in Accrington is Accrington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Accrington for your trip from Accrington to Wigan.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 15:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Station, Platform 1: Scooter Friendly Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - step free access from Paxton Street, up steep 50m ramp with handrail or past the car park and a shallower ramp. Platform 2: step free access up gently sloping footpath from Eagle Street. Ticket office is on Leeds/Colne Platform (1), with stepped footbridge between platforms comprising of 25 steps up and 24 steps down with rest platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations Tel: 08002006060
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machine is on Platform 2 near the foot bridge
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, next to ticket office
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Accrington
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Eagel Street, next to entrance to station carpark.
The major train station for arrivals in Wigan is Wigan North Western. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wigan North Western for your journey to Wigan from Accrington.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:45 Saturday 05:15 - 18:45 Sunday 08:40 - 18:45
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilet is located in the subway; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Behind the ticket office to the rear of the drop off area and Taxi rank
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Wigan North Western
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Rail replacement bus pick up point can be found on the station car park.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level access into the ticket hall, down 30 steps onto the platform, or via a lift on the left inside the ticket hall. Please note Lifts are available 0515-2230 Monday to Saturday, and 0700-2130 Sunday. If you wish to travel to or from this station after these times, please call 0800 138 5560 for advice.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Wigan Wallgate
- Onward travel information: Adjacent to Wigan North Western rail station for buses to St Helen?s, Southport, Ormskirk and Warrington. Maximum distance 200 yards/183m. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up/Drop off outside the station
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Amenities at train station
information
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, To Liverpool : Down a stepped ramp (40 paces, 1:10 slope) to the left of the bridge onto the platform. To Wigan : Down a ramp (44 paces, 1:10 slope) to the right of the bridge onto the platform.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Bryn
- Onward travel information: On both sides of Wigan Road for buses to Wigan, St Helens, Atherton or Leigh. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Wigan Road at the bus stops on the bridge above the station.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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