4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southport to Wigan
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
32 m
Average duration
32 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southport to Wigan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southport to Wigan will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 18 trains that leave Southport for Wigan every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 32 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.
6:030h32Southport6:35Wigan£61One-way0 changes- 6:250h38Southport7:03Wigan£61One-way0 changes
- 7:030h32Southport7:35Wigan£61One-way0 changes
- 7:250h38Southport8:03Wigan£61One-way0 changes
- 8:030h32Southport8:35Wigan£61One-way0 changes
- 6:030h32Southport6:35Wigan£61One-way0 changes
- 7:030h32Southport7:35Wigan£61One-way0 changes
- 8:030h32Southport8:35Wigan£61One-way0 changes
- 8:300h32Southport9:02Wigan£61One-way0 changes
- 9:030h32Southport9:35Wigan£61One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southport to Wigan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southport to Wigan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 27 km
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£9 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southport to Wigan train times
The table below shows live departures for Southport to Wigan trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:56 Southport | 0h39 | 20:35 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:03 Southport | 0h32 | 21:35 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:25 Southport | 0h38 | 23:03 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:10 Southport | 0h33 | 23:43 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 21 July | |||||
| 6:03 Southport | 0h32 | 6:35 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:25 Southport | 0h38 | 7:03 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:03 Southport | 0h32 | 7:35 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:25 Southport | 0h38 | 8:03 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:03 Southport | 0h32 | 8:35 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:30 Southport | 0h32 | 9:02 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:03 Southport | 0h32 | 9:35 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:24 Southport | 0h38 | 10:02 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:03 Southport | 0h32 | 10:35 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:30 Southport | 0h32 | 11:02 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:03 Southport | 0h32 | 11:35 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:24 Southport | 0h38 | 12:02 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:03 Southport | 0h32 | 12:35 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:30 Southport | 0h32 | 13:02 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:04 Southport | 0h32 | 13:36 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:24 Southport | 0h38 | 14:02 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:03 Southport | 0h32 | 14:35 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:30 Southport | 0h32 | 15:02 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southport to Wigan
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Trains from Southport to Wigan run on average 7 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 32m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 6:03 |
Last train 23:25 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Southport to Wigan trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Southport and Wigan from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southport to Wigan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southport 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 Southport and Wigan
Most Southport to Wigan trains use the Southport to Wigan Wallgate station pair, with some services arriving at Bryn. Use this guide to compare Southport and Wigan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southport station do trains to Wigan leave from?
Getting to Southport from Southport city centre
Southport train station facilities and services
Southport has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Southport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southport. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Ticket office is step free. Both platforms accessed via concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Meols Cop from Southport city centre
Meols Cop is 2 km from Southport city centre. Public transport options include:
Meols Cop train station facilities and services
Meols Cop has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Meols Cop.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meols Cop: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meols Cop.
Getting to Birkdale from Southport city centre
Birkdale is 1 km from Southport city centre. Public transport options include:
Birkdale train station facilities and services
Birkdale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birkdale.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birkdale. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birkdale: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birkdale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birkdale: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform.” Although a footbridge links platforms, both platforms can be accessed via a level crossing. Staff are on hand to assist those passengers requiring it, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Wigan station do trains from Southport arrive at?
Getting to Wigan Wallgate from Wigan city centre
Wigan Wallgate is 1 km from Wigan city centre. Public transport options include:
Wigan Wallgate train station facilities and services
Wigan Wallgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wigan Wallgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wigan Wallgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wigan Wallgate: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wigan Wallgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wigan Wallgate: 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.
Getting to Bryn from Wigan city centre
Bryn is 4 km from Wigan city centre. Public transport options include:
Bryn train station facilities and services
Bryn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bryn.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bryn: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bryn: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, To Liverpool : Down a stepped ramp (40 paces, 1:10 slope) to the left of the bridge onto the platform. To Wigan : Down a ramp (44 paces, 1:10 slope) to the right of the bridge onto the platform, 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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