Compare prices and tickets Wigan to Barrow-in-Furness by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wigan to Barrow-in-Furness
Trains from Wigan to Barrow-in-Furness run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 74 km distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 74 km |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 4:58 |
Last train 22:48 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Wigan to Barrow-in-Furness trainsNorthern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Wigan and Barrow-in-Furness from £16. 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 to Barrow-in-Furness train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan to Barrow-in-Furness 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 Barrow-in-Furness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Wigan and Barrow-in-Furness
Most Wigan to Barrow-in-Furness trains use the Wigan North Western to Barrow-in-Furness station pair. Use this guide to compare Wigan and Barrow-in-Furness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Wigan station do trains to Barrow-in-Furness leave from?
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 Wigan Wallgate from Wigan city centre
Wigan Wallgate is 1 km from Wigan city centre. Public transport options include:
Wigan Wallgate train station facilities and services
Wigan Wallgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wigan Wallgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wigan Wallgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wigan Wallgate: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wigan Wallgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wigan Wallgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level access into the ticket hall, down 30 steps onto the platform, or via a lift on the left inside the ticket hall. Please note Lifts are available 0515-2230 Monday to Saturday, and 0700-2130 Sunday. If you wish to travel to or from this station after these times, please call 0800 138 5560 for advice, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Barrow-in-Furness station do trains from Wigan arrive at?
Getting to Barrow-in-Furness from Barrow-in-Furness city centre
Barrow-in-Furness is 1 km from Barrow-in-Furness city centre. Public transport options include:
Barrow-in-Furness train station facilities and services
Barrow-in-Furness has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Barrow-in-Furness.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barrow-in-Furness.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barrow-in-Furness: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barrow-in-Furness: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barrow-in-Furness: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access across the station using lifts provided, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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