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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Wigan
Cheapest price
£127
Average price
£127
Fastest journey
3 h 43 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
233 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Wigan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Wigan will cost around £127 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £127.
To travel from Cardiff to Wigan you need to make at least one change.
4:334h02Cardiff8:35Wigan£1271One-way1 change- 5:493h47Cardiff9:36Wigan£1271One-way1 change
- 6:463h50Cardiff10:36Wigan£1271One-way1 change
- 7:533h43Cardiff11:36Wigan£1271One-way1 change
- 8:533h43Cardiff12:36Wigan£1271One-way1 change
- 7:533h43Cardiff11:36Wigan£1271One-way1 change
- 8:533h43Cardiff12:36Wigan£1271One-way1 change
- 9:533h43Cardiff13:36Wigan£1271One-way1 change
- 10:533h44Cardiff14:37Wigan£1271One-way1 change
- 5:493h47Cardiff9:36Wigan£1271One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Wigan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Wigan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 233 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£69 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 48m Average total duration 8h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Wigan train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Wigan trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:49 Cardiff | 3h47 | 9:36 Wigan | 1 change | |
| 6:46 Cardiff | 3h50 | 10:36 Wigan | 1 change | |
| 7:53 Cardiff | 3h43 | 11:36 Wigan | 1 change | |
| 8:53 Cardiff | 3h43 | 12:36 Wigan | 1 change | |
| 9:53 Cardiff | 3h43 | 13:36 Wigan | 1 change | |
| 10:53 Cardiff | 3h44 | 14:37 Wigan | 1 change | |
| 11:53 Cardiff | 3h43 | 15:36 Wigan | 1 change | |
| 12:54 Cardiff | 3h42 | 16:36 Wigan | 1 change | |
| 13:53 Cardiff | 3h45 | 17:38 Wigan | 1 change | |
| 14:50 Cardiff | 3h46 | 18:36 Wigan | 1 change | |
| 16:16 Cardiff | 3h21 | 19:37 Wigan | 1 change | |
| 16:53 Cardiff | 3h43 | 20:36 Wigan | 1 change | |
| 18:53 Cardiff | 3h53 | 22:46 Wigan | 1 change | |
| 20:10 Cardiff | 3h20 | 23:30 Wigan | 1 change | |
| 22:21 Cardiff | 8h05 | 6:26 Wigan | 1 change | |
| 4:33 Cardiff | 4h02 | 8:35 Wigan | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Wigan
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Wigan run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 233 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 233 km |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 4:33 |
Last train 21:12 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry from Cardiff to Wigan trainsTransport for Wales, CrossCountry trains will get you between Cardiff and Wigan from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff to Wigan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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 Cardiff and Wigan
Most Cardiff to Wigan trains use the Cardiff Central to Wigan North Western station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Wigan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Which Wigan station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
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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