Church to Wigan train with Northern Rail

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Compare prices and tickets Church to Wigan by train or coach

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Northern Rail as well as Northern Trains Limited offer trains services from Church to Wigan.
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Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Church to Wigan.
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Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Church to Wigan.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Church to Wigan

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Typically, there are 4 trains per day from Church to Wigan, including direct trains, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 06:26, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 1h 2m.

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
28 km
Average train duration
43m
Lowest ticket price
£13
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
1h 2m
First train
6:26
Last train
22:07
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
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

Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Church to Wigan trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Church and Wigan from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£19
Northern Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest Price
£13
Northern Trains Limited frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Church to Wigan train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Church 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.

FAQs
The train distance from Church to Wigan is 28 km.
The first train from Church to Wigan leaves at 6:26.
The last train from Church to Wigan departs at 22:07.
Trains from Church to Wigan run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Church to Wigan.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Church to Wigan.
To get from Church to Wigan, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Church to Wigan.
The train station in Church that goes to Wigan is Church & Oswaldtwistle (CTW), and it arrives at Wigan North Western (WGN).
Booking trains from Church 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 Church to Wigan offers a variety of landscapes, including picturesque countryside views and charming small towns, making it a moderately scenic route.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Wigan is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the Wigan Pier, Haigh Woodland Park, and the Museum of Wigan Life.
Yes, you can take the train from Church to Wigan.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Church and Wigan

Most Church to Wigan trains use the Church & Oswaldtwistle to Wigan North Western station pair, with some services arriving at Wigan Wallgate. Use this guide to compare Church and Wigan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Church
Arrival train stations in Wigan

Which Church station do trains to Wigan leave from?

Trains from Church to Wigan leave from Church & Oswaldtwistle. The station is from Church city centre at Church & Oswaldtwistle station, Market Street, Church, Lancashire, BB5 0DP.
Church & OswaldtwistleChurch & Oswaldtwistle station, Market Street, Church, Lancashire, BB5 0DPParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Church & Oswaldtwistle from Church city centre

Bus6, 6A · 3m · every ~35 min

Church & Oswaldtwistle train station facilities and services

Church & Oswaldtwistle has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Church & Oswaldtwistle.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Church & Oswaldtwistle: Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Church & Oswaldtwistle: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 2 - Preston platform: from Market Street step free access up a 120 metre ramp with handrail or up 28 steps with rest platform and handrail. Colne platform: From Market Street up 8 steps to subway , along subway and then up 28 steps with rest platform and handrail. Access between platforms is via stepped subway, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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