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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swindon to Wigan
Cheapest price
£183
Average price
£222
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
228 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swindon to Wigan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon to Wigan will cost around £222 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £183.
To travel from Swindon to Wigan you need to make at least 2 changes.
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6:324h04Swindon10:36Wigan£1831One-way2 changes- 8:123h24Swindon11:36Wigan£2251One-way2 changes
- 9:103h26Swindon12:36Wigan£2251One-way2 changes
- 10:113h25Swindon13:36Wigan£2251One-way2 changes
- 11:123h25Swindon14:37Wigan£2251One-way2 changes
- 12:153h21Swindon15:36Wigan£2251One-way2 changes
- 16:143h23Swindon19:37Wigan£2251One-way2 changes
- 8:123h24Swindon11:36Wigan£2251One-way2 changes
- 10:113h25Swindon13:36Wigan£2251One-way2 changes
- 11:123h25Swindon14:37Wigan£2251One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Swindon to Wigan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Wigan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £104.
Distance: 228 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£104 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 55m Average total duration 10h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Swindon to Wigan train times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:11 Swindon | 3h25 | 13:36 Wigan | 2 changes | |
| 11:12 Swindon | 3h25 | 14:37 Wigan | 2 changes | |
| 12:15 Swindon | 3h21 | 15:36 Wigan | 2 changes | |
| 13:10 Swindon | 3h26 | 16:36 Wigan | 2 changes | |
| 14:12 Swindon | 3h26 | 17:38 Wigan | 2 changes | |
| 15:10 Swindon | 3h26 | 18:36 Wigan | 2 changes | |
| 16:14 Swindon | 3h23 | 19:37 Wigan | 2 changes | |
| 16:40 Swindon | 3h56 | 20:36 Wigan | 2 changes | |
| 21:40 Swindon | 9h56 | 7:36 Wigan | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 16 July | |||||
| 0:36 Swindon | 9h00 | 9:36 Wigan | 2 changes | |
| 6:32 Swindon | 4h04 | 10:36 Wigan | 2 changes | |
| 8:12 Swindon | 3h24 | 11:36 Wigan | 2 changes | |
| 9:10 Swindon | 3h26 | 12:36 Wigan | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon to Wigan
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swindon to Wigan run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £104 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 18:41. The fastest train covers the 228 km distance in 3h 57m.
Distance 228 km |
Average train duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £104 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 57m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 18:41 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swindon to Wigan trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swindon and Wigan from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Swindon to Wigan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon 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 Swindon and Wigan
Most Swindon to Wigan trains use the Swindon to Wigan North Western station pair. Use this guide to compare Swindon and Wigan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Swindon station do trains to Wigan leave from?
Getting to Swindon from Swindon city centre
Swindon train station facilities and services
Swindon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swindon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Swindon. ATMs are available at Swindon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swindon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swindon: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swindon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swindon: 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 via subway and the lifts via the main entrance subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Wigan station do trains from Swindon 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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