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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£14
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 51 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 51 m
Trains on 17 Sept
1
Distance
135 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 1 trains from Birmingham International Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 135 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
18:461h51Birmingham International Airport20:37Wigan North Western (WGN)£141One-way0 changes
- 18:461h51Birmingham International Airport20:37Wigan North Western (WGN)£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Birmingham International Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham International Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 135 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£52 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham International Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN):
A coach is £43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham International Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) costing on average £52.
Other travel options to Wigan North Western (WGN) take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 49m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (1h 49m by train vs 1h 53m by car). Tickets start at around £52 compared to roughly £27 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham International Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:46 Birmingham International Airport | 1h51 | 20:37 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham International Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham International Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:22, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 135 km distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 135 km |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 1:22 |
Last train 23:19 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Birmingham International Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Birmingham International Airport and Wigan North Western (WGN) from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham International Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham International Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wigan North Western (WGN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham International Airport and Wigan North Western (WGN)
Most Birmingham International Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Western station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham International Airport and Wigan North Western (WGN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Wigan North Western from Wigan city centre
Wigan North Western is 1 km from Wigan city centre. Public transport options include:
Wigan North Western train station facilities and services
Wigan North Western has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wigan North Western.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wigan North Western.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wigan North Western. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wigan North Western: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wigan North Western: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wigan North Western: 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.
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