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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£14
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£24
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 29 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 32 m
Trains on 17 Sept
5
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN) will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 5 trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN), including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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.
W3428819:071h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)20:37Wigan North Western (WGN)£141One-way0 changes- W3429118:071h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)19:37Wigan North Western (WGN)£141One-way0 changes
- W3428717:071h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)18:37Wigan North Western (WGN)£231One-way0 changes
- W3428916:071h29Birmingham New Street (BHM)17:36Wigan North Western (WGN)£231One-way0 changes
- W34164 · W3404321:071h39Birmingham New Street (BHM)22:46Wigan North Western (WGN)£481One-way1 change
- W3428916:071h29Birmingham New Street (BHM)17:36Wigan North Western (WGN)£231One-way0 changes
- W3428819:071h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)20:37Wigan North Western (WGN)£141One-way0 changes
- W3428717:071h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)18:37Wigan North Western (WGN)£231One-way0 changes
- W3429118:071h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)19:37Wigan North Western (WGN)£141One-way0 changes
- W34164 · W3404321:071h39Birmingham New Street (BHM)22:46Wigan North Western (WGN)£481One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 128 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£32 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN):
A coach is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN) costing on average £32.
Other travel options to Wigan North Western (WGN) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 40m.
The journey is about 20m faster (1h 31m by train vs 1h 51m by car) and roughly £1 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£32 vs £33). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN) trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34164 · W34043 | Delayed 20:15 21:07Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 22:50 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 17 September | |||||
| W34289 | 16:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h29 | 17:36 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34287 | 17:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h30 | 18:37 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34291 | 18:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h30 | 19:37 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34288 | 19:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h30 | 20:37 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:07, the last at 20:07. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 128 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 6:07 |
Last train 20:07 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Wigan North Western (WGN) from £8. 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 New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Wigan North Western (WGN)
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Wigan North Western (WGN) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Western station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
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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