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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Buxton to Wigan
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Buxton to Wigan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Buxton to Wigan will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
To travel from Buxton to Wigan you need to make at least 2 changes.
21:142h09Buxton23:23Wigan£181One-way2 changes- 21:592h24Buxton0:23Wigan£181One-way2 changes
- 19:452h22Buxton22:07Wigan£211One-way3 changes
- 21:592h24Buxton0:23Wigan£211One-way3 changes
- 21:142h09Buxton23:23Wigan£391One-way3 changes
- 20:462h00Buxton22:46Wigan£821One-way2 changes
- 21:142h09Buxton23:23Wigan£391One-way3 changes
- 21:142h09Buxton23:23Wigan£181One-way2 changes
- 19:452h22Buxton22:07Wigan£211One-way3 changes
- 21:592h24Buxton0:23Wigan£211One-way3 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Buxton to Wigan
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Trains from Buxton to Wigan run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 21:44 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Buxton to Wigan trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Buxton and Wigan from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Buxton to Wigan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Buxton 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Buxton and Wigan
Most Buxton to Wigan trains use the Buxton to Wigan Wallgate station pair, with some services arriving at Wigan North Western. Use this guide to compare Buxton and Wigan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Buxton station do trains to Wigan leave from?
Getting to Buxton from Buxton city centre
Buxton train station facilities and services
Buxton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Buxton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Buxton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Buxton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Buxton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Buxton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - This station only has tactile paving on platform 2 - Level access from Ticket Office or side gate from car park onto both platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Which Wigan station do trains from Buxton arrive at?
Getting to Wigan Wallgate from Wigan city centre
Wigan Wallgate is 1 km from Wigan city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
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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