The cheapest and fastest trains from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
To travel from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) you need to make at least one change.
P28501 · G898226:411h19Wigan North Western (WGN)8:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£81One-way1 change
P28501 · G898226:411h19Wigan North Western (WGN)8:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£81One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 31 km
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Live departures
Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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P28501 · G89822 | 6:41 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 1h19 | 8:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Trains from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 5:05 |
Last train 22:05 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Wigan North Western (WGN) and Manchester Airport (MIA) 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: Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 Manchester Airport (MIA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Wigan North Western (WGN) and Manchester Airport (MIA)
Most Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains use the Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Wigan North Western (WGN) and Manchester Airport (MIA) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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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