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Overview: Train from Burscough to Wigan
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Burscough to Wigan and enjoy the approximately 15 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:17, the last at 23:26.
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 15 km |
First train 6:17 |
Last train 23:26 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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
Live departures
Burscough to Wigan train times
The table below shows live departures for Burscough to Wigan trains for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:17 Burscough | 0h18 | 10:35 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Northern Trains Limited from Burscough to Wigan trainsNorthern Trains Limited trains will get you between Burscough and Wigan. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
18m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£6
Northern Trains Limited frequency
25 a day
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Things to do in Wigan
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Pie Barm
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Tripe and Onions
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Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for England. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Manchester or London, while local buses and trains are fairly priced for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a basic café meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Taxi fares can be rounded up. In cafés, small change is appreciated but not expected.
Bee Network
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £5
To the city centre
Wigan North Western -> Wigan Bus Station
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless tap and go works on Bee Network buses, and TfGM says it also works across bus and tram in Greater Manchester.
- Buy a 1-day Bee Bus ticket only if you expect to spend more than £5 on bus travel that day; it is valid until 3.59 am the following day.
FAQs: Burscough to Wigan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burscough to Wigan 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Burscough to Wigan is 15 km.
The first train from Burscough to Wigan leaves at 6:17.
The last train from Burscough to Wigan departs at 23:26.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Burscough to Wigan.
Yes, there is a direct train between Burscough and Wigan. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Northern Trains Limited.
There is no night train service from Burscough to Wigan.
The train station in Burscough that goes to Wigan is Burscough Bridge (BCB), and it arrives at Wigan Wallgate (WGW).
Booking trains from Burscough to Wigan in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Burscough to Wigan offers views of the Lancashire countryside, with fields and rural landscapes, making it a pleasant and moderately scenic ride.
Yes, you can take the train from Burscough to Wigan.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Burscough and Wigan
Most Burscough to Wigan trains use the Burscough Bridge to Wigan Wallgate station pair, with some services arriving at Wigan North Western. Use this guide to compare Burscough and Wigan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Burscough
Arrival train stations in Wigan
Which Burscough station do trains to Wigan leave from?
Trains from Burscough to Wigan leave from Burscough Bridge. The station is 2 km from Burscough city centre at Burscough Bridge station, Station Approach, Burscough, Lancashire, L40 0RZ.
Burscough BridgeBurscough Bridge station, Station Approach, Burscough, Lancashire, L40 0RZ+44 800 200 6060
City-centre transport
Getting to Burscough Bridge from Burscough city centre
Burscough Bridge is 1 km from Burscough city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus2A · 4m · £8 · every ~4 min
312 · 7m · every ~3 min
Burscough Bridge train station facilities and services
Burscough Bridge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burscough Bridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burscough Bridge: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Burscough Bridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burscough Bridge: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Wigan/Manchester platform: step free access down 40 metre slope from Station Approach or down 26 steps with rest platform and handrail from Liverpool Road North. Southport platform: step free access from side road or down 26 steps with rest platform and handrail from Liverpool Road North. This station is not recommended for the severely mobility impaired due to the low height of the platform causing a high step onto the train, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Burscough JunctionBurscough Junction station, Junction Lane, Burscough, Lancashire, L40 5SP
City-centre transport
Getting to Burscough Junction from Burscough city centre
Burscough Junction is 1 km from Burscough city centre. Public transport options include:
Onward travel informationBusline 0871 200 2233
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesBus stops on Junction Lane, near Munchkins Village Nursery
Burscough Junction train station facilities and services
Burscough Junction has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burscough Junction.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burscough Junction: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Burscough Junction: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burscough Junction: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Level Access from Junction Lane, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Wigan station do trains from Burscough arrive at?
Trains from Burscough to Wigan most often arrive at Wigan Wallgate. Some services arrive at Wigan North Western, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Wigan arrival station.
Wigan WallgateWigan Wallgate station, Wallgate, Wigan, Lancashire, WN1 1BB
City-centre transport
Getting to Wigan Wallgate from Wigan city centre
Wigan Wallgate is 1 km from Wigan city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus639, 640, 611, 602, 610, 603, 601, 604, 633 · 2m · £2 · every ~58 min
Wigan Wallgate train station facilities and services
Wigan Wallgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wigan Wallgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wigan Wallgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wigan Wallgate: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wigan Wallgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wigan Wallgate: 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.
Wigan North WesternWigan North Western station, Wallgate, Wigan, Lancashire, WN1 1BJ
City-centre transport
Getting to Wigan North Western from Wigan city centre
Wigan North Western is 1 km from Wigan city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus639, 640, 611, 602, 610, 603, 601, 604, 633 · 2m · £2 · every ~58 min
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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