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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£165
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£165
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
5 h 51 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
5 h 51 m
Trains on 17 Sept
1
Distance
313 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) will cost around £165 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £165.
To travel from London Gatwick Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) you need to make at least 2 changes.
16:465h51Gatwick Airport22:37Wigan North Western (WGN)£1651One-way2 changes
- 16:465h51Gatwick Airport22:37Wigan North Western (WGN)£1651One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, while a train costs an average of £112.
Distance: 313 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£112 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN):
A coach is £85 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) costing on average £112.
Other travel options to Wigan North Western (WGN) take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 42m.
You'll arrive about 1h 21m sooner (2h 46m by train vs 4h 7m by car). Tickets start at around £112 compared to roughly £62 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:46 Gatwick Airport | 5h51 | 22:37 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Gatwick Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) run on average 26 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 16:46, the last at 16:46. The fastest train covers the 313 km distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 313 km |
Average train duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 26 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 16:46 |
Last train 16:46 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from London Gatwick Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Wigan North Western (WGN) from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) 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 North Western (WGN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Wigan North Western (WGN)
Most London Gatwick Airport to Wigan North Western (WGN) trains use the London Euston to Wigan North Western station pair. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Wigan North Western (WGN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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