4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Watford to Wigan
Cheapest price
£161
Average price
£177
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Watford to Wigan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Watford to Wigan will cost around £177 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £161.
Of the 7 trains that leave Watford for Wigan every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 5 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.
5:482h07Watford7:55Wigan£1611One-way0 changes- 7:313h05Watford10:36Wigan£1611One-way0 changes
- 15:512h45Watford18:36Wigan£1611One-way0 changes
- 21:252h05Watford23:30Wigan£1611One-way0 changes
- 6:512h45Watford9:36Wigan£1991One-way1 change
- 21:252h05Watford23:30Wigan£1611One-way0 changes
- 5:482h07Watford7:55Wigan£1611One-way0 changes
- 6:512h45Watford9:36Wigan£1991One-way1 change
- 15:512h45Watford18:36Wigan£1611One-way0 changes
- 7:313h05Watford10:36Wigan£1991One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Watford to Wigan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford to Wigan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £87. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £87, and a flight costs an average of £114.
Distance: 259 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£87 Average Price Cheapest | £114 Average Price |
3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Watford to Wigan train times
The table below shows live departures for Watford 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 |
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| 5:48 Watford | 2h07 | 7:55 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:51 Watford | 2h45 | 9:36 Wigan | 1 change | |
| 7:31 Watford | 3h05 | 10:36 Wigan | 1 change | |
| 7:31 Watford | 3h05 | 10:36 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:51 Watford | 2h45 | 18:36 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:31 Watford | 5h15 | 22:46 Wigan | 1 change | |
| 21:25 Watford | 2h05 | 23:30 Wigan | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Watford to Wigan
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Watford to Wigan run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £87 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 259 km distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 259 km |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £87 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 21:31 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Watford to Wigan trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Watford and Wigan from £87. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Watford to Wigan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watford 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 Watford and Wigan
Most Watford to Wigan trains use the Watford Junction to Wigan North Western station pair. Use this guide to compare Watford and Wigan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Watford station do trains to Wigan leave from?
Getting to Watford Junction from Watford city centre
Watford Junction train station facilities and services
Watford Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Watford Junction.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Watford Junction.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Watford Junction. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Watford Junction: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Watford Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Watford Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible on platform 6, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are located in the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Watford High Street from Watford city centre
Watford High Street train station facilities and services
Watford High Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Watford High Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Watford High Street. ATMs are available at Watford High Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Watford High Street.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Watford High Street: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Watford High Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Watford High Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Level access to ticket office from street. Single island platform, accessible from entrance by staircase only, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Bushey from Watford city centre
Bushey is 1 km from Watford city centre. Public transport options include:
Bushey train station facilities and services
Bushey has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bushey.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bushey.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bushey. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bushey: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bushey: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bushey: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility category C. This station does not have step-free access, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Wigan station do trains from Watford 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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