The cheapest and fastest trains from Hayes to Wigan
Cheapest price
£95
Average price
£95
Fastest journey
2 h 58 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
271 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hayes to Wigan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hayes to Wigan will cost around £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £95.
Of the 1 trains that leave Hayes for Wigan every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 271 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 58 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.


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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hayes to Wigan
Trains from Hayes to Wigan run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 19:51. The fastest train covers the 271 km distance in 5h 3m.
Distance 271 km |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 5h 3m |
First train 05:46 |
Last train 19:51 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Hayes to Wigan trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Hayes and Wigan from £55. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Hayes to Wigan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hayes 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Hayes and Wigan
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:10 Saturday 06:10 - 19:10 Sunday 06:30 - 21:30
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3,4 and 5.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on platform 4&5
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located on platform 4&5. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: An accessible, heated waiting room with automatic door opening is located on Platform 3. The waiting room is open from first to last train.
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop E and L outside station entrance(both directions) Click here for map
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:45 Saturday 05:15 - 18:45 Sunday 08:40 - 18:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilet is located in the subway; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Behind the ticket office to the rear of the drop off area and Taxi rank
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Rail replacement bus pick up point can be found on the station car park.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Adjacent to Wigan North Western rail station for buses to St Helen?s, Southport, Ormskirk and Warrington. Maximum distance 200 yards/183m. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up/Drop off outside the station
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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