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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birchwood to Wigan
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
1 h 34 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
16 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birchwood to Wigan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birchwood to Wigan will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Fast trains
To travel from Birchwood to Wigan you need to make at least one change.
06:291h34
Birchwood08:03Wigan
£301One-way
1 change
06:291h34
Birchwood08:03Wigan
£301One-way
1 change
Live departures
Birchwood to Wigan train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 07:12
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:29 Birchwood | 0h26 | 07:55 Wigan | 1 change | |
 | 08:10 Birchwood | 0h26 | 08:36 Wigan | 1 change | |
| Thursday 6 November | |||||
| 06:29 Birchwood | 1h34 | 08:03 Wigan | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birchwood to Wigan
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birchwood to Wigan run on average 6 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 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 16 km |
Average train duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 05:46 |
Last train 22:25 |
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: Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains from Birchwood to Wigan trainsAvanti West Coast, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Birchwood and Wigan from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
42m
Cheapest Price
£12
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
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
24m
Cheapest Price
£14
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 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
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
26m
Cheapest Price
£30
first_transpennine_express frequency
7 a day
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
29m
Cheapest Price
£58
east_midlands_trains frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Birchwood to Wigan train
FAQs: Travel by train from Birchwood 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 Birchwood to Wigan.
Booking trains from Birchwood to Wigan in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Birchwood to Wigan can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £12.
The cheapest way to get from Birchwood to Wigan is by train, costing approximately £12.
The train distance from Birchwood to Wigan is 16 km.
To get from Birchwood to Wigan, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train station in Birchwood that goes to Wigan is Birchwood station (BWD), and it arrives at Wigan North Western (WGN).
The train journey from Birchwood to Wigan covers a distance of 16 km and takes approximately 1h 0m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Birchwood to Wigan leaves at 5:46.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Birchwood to Wigan.
Yes, you can take the train from Birchwood to Wigan.
The last train from Birchwood to Wigan departs at 22:25.
Trains from Birchwood to Wigan run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Birchwood to Wigan.
There is no night train service from Birchwood to Wigan.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birchwood and Wigan
Birchwood
Wigan
The major train station for departures in Birchwood is Birchwood. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birchwood for your trip from Birchwood to Wigan.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:10 - 22:00 Sunday 08:10 - 22:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access to ticket hall and platform 1. Lift and Stepped footbridge to platform 2. Note Lifts available from first to last train.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- 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: Bike shed by bus stop, platform 1 by footbridge, platform 2 by footbridge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Birchwood
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services call outside the station entrance.
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 Birchwood.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
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
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