The cheapest and fastest trains from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
46 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 5 trains that leave Wigan North Western (WGN) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 57 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.










Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £2.
Distance: 28 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£5 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:48 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h57 | 05:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:21 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h40 | 06:01 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:49 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h44 | 09:33 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:37 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h49 | 11:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:21 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h40 | 13:01 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 18:35. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 30m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 05:21 |
Last train 18:35 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsNorthern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Wigan North Western (WGN) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
Avanti West Coast
FAQs: Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan North Western (WGN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Wigan North Western (WGN) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:45 Saturday 05:15 - 18:45 Sunday 08:40 - 18:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Behind the ticket office to the rear of the drop off area and Taxi rank
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Rail replacement bus pick up point can be found on the station car park.
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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