Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train with Northern Rail (3)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£4

Average price

£5

Fastest journey

32 m

Average duration

42 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

27 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Wigan North Western (WGN) for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) every day 6 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 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .

The slowest trains will take 49 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.

Northern Rail (3)Y00740
09:240h49
Wigan North Western (WGN)
10:13Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£41One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)Y04890
08:440h35
Wigan North Western (WGN)
09:19Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£41One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)Y01759
08:480h55
Wigan North Western (WGN)
09:43Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£61One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)Y01797
08:210h48
Wigan North Western (WGN)
09:09Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£61One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)Y02561
09:210h48
Wigan North Western (WGN)
10:09Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£61One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £1. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £1, and a coach costs an average of £6.

Distance: 27 km

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Coach

£5

Average Price

Cheapest

£6

Average Price

1h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 49m

Average total duration

2h 19m

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30m

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Live departures

Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:46
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
northern_railY01797
On time
08:21 Wigan North Western (WGN)
0h48
09:09 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY04890
On time
08:44 Wigan North Western (WGN)
0h35
09:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY01759
On time
08:48 Wigan North Western (WGN)
0h55
09:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY02561
On time
09:21 Wigan North Western (WGN)
0h48
10:09 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY00740
On time
09:24 Wigan North Western (WGN)
0h49
10:13 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY00380
On time
09:48 Wigan North Western (WGN)
0h32
10:20 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

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Trains from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £1 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
27 km
Average train duration
54m
Cheapest ticket price
£1
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
32m
First train
04:35
Last train
22:03
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Wigan North Western (WGN) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from £1. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
32m
Cheapest Price
£2
Northern Rail (3) frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
37m
Cheapest Price
£10
TransPennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 34m
Cheapest Price
£11
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
35m
Cheapest Price
£22
first_transpennine_express frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
FAQs
Yes, there is a direct train between Wigan North Western (WGN) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV). The service operates 8 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express.
Booking trains from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is 27 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £1, while the average price tends to be around £5.
To get from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) covers a distance of 27 km and takes approximately 32m. Trains run 8 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is by train, costing approximately £1.
The first train from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 4:35.
The last train from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) departs at 22:03.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Trains from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
There is no night train service from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Wigan North Western (WGN) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Wigan
Liverpool
The major train station for departures in Wigan is Wigan North Western. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wigan North Western for your trip from Wigan to Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:45 Saturday 05:15 - 18:45 Sunday 08:40 - 18:45
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The National key toilet is located in the subway; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Behind the ticket office to the rear of the drop off area and Taxi rank
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Wigan North Western
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Rail replacement bus pick up point can be found on the station car park.

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