The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Wigan
Cheapest price
£117
Average price
£117
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
305 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Wigan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Wigan will cost around £117 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £117.
Of the 1 trains that leave Southampton 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 305 km distance in an average of 5 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 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.
18:305h00Southampton23:30Wigan£1171One-way0 changes
18:305h00Southampton23:30Wigan£1171One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Southampton to Wigan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Wigan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, and a flight costs an average of £131.
Distance: 305 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£117 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest | £170 Average Price |
4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 33m Average total duration 10h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southampton to Wigan train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Wigan trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:15 Southampton | 4h21 | 9:36 Wigan | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:16 Southampton | 4h20 | 10:36 Wigan | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:15 Southampton | 4h21 | 11:36 Wigan | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:15 Southampton | 4h21 | 12:36 Wigan | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:15 Southampton | 4h21 | 13:36 Wigan | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:15 Southampton | 4h22 | 14:37 Wigan | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:15 Southampton | 4h21 | 15:36 Wigan | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:15 Southampton | 4h21 | 16:36 Wigan | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:15 Southampton | 4h23 | 17:38 Wigan | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:15 Southampton | 4h21 | 18:36 Wigan | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:15 Southampton | 4h22 | 19:37 Wigan | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:15 Southampton | 4h21 | 20:36 Wigan | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:15 Southampton | 4h31 | 22:46 Wigan | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:15 Southampton | 4h15 | 23:30 Wigan | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:15 Southampton | 11h21 | 7:36 Wigan | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Wigan
Trains from Southampton to Wigan run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £117 but you can travel from only £47 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 20:17. The fastest train covers the 305 km distance in 4h 24m.
Distance 305 km |
Average train duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £117 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 24m |
First train 5:08 |
Last train 20:17 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Southampton to Wigan trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton and Wigan from £47. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southampton to Wigan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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 Southampton and Wigan
Most Southampton to Wigan trains use the Southampton Central to Wigan North Western station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Wigan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Wigan leave from?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Wigan station do trains from Southampton 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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