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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Wigan to Burscough
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £6
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £6
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 18 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 18 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 31
- Distance
- 15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wigan to Burscough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wigan to Burscough will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 31 trains from Wigan to Burscough, including 31 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 18 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.
6:52 0h18 Wigan 7:10 Burscough Bridge £6 1 One-way 0 changes7:09 0h18 Wigan 7:27 Burscough Bridge £6 1 One-way 0 changes7:54 0h18 Wigan 8:12 Burscough Bridge £6 1 One-way 0 changes8:09 0h18 Wigan 8:27 Burscough Bridge £6 1 One-way 0 changes8:52 0h18 Wigan 9:10 Burscough Bridge £6 1 One-way 0 changes
6:52 0h18 Wigan 7:10 Burscough Bridge £6 1 One-way 0 changes7:09 0h18 Wigan 7:27 Burscough Bridge £6 1 One-way 0 changes7:54 0h18 Wigan 8:12 Burscough Bridge £6 1 One-way 0 changes8:09 0h18 Wigan 8:27 Burscough Bridge £6 1 One-way 0 changes8:52 0h18 Wigan 9:10 Burscough Bridge £6 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Wigan to Burscough
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Trains from Wigan to Burscough run on average 9 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:17, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 18m.
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 6:17 |
Last train 23:25 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Wigan to Burscough trip
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Live departures
Wigan to Burscough train times
The table below shows live departures for Wigan to Burscough trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:52 Wigan | 0h18 | 7:10 Burscough Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:09 Wigan | 0h18 | 7:27 Burscough Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:54 Wigan | 0h18 | 8:12 Burscough Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:09 Wigan | 0h18 | 8:27 Burscough Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:52 Wigan | 0h18 | 9:10 Burscough Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:09 Wigan | 0h18 | 9:27 Burscough Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:52 Wigan | 0h19 | 10:11 Burscough Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:09 Wigan | 0h18 | 10:27 Burscough Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:52 Wigan | 0h18 | 11:10 Burscough Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:09 Wigan | 0h18 | 11:27 Burscough Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:52 Wigan | 0h19 | 12:11 Burscough Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:09 Wigan | 0h18 | 12:27 Burscough Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:52 Wigan | 0h18 | 13:10 Burscough Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:09 Wigan | 0h18 | 13:27 Burscough Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:52 Wigan | 0h19 | 14:11 Burscough Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:11 Wigan | 0h18 | 14:29 Burscough Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:52 Wigan | 0h18 | 15:10 Burscough Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:09 Wigan | 0h18 | 15:27 Burscough Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:52 Wigan | 0h19 | 16:11 Burscough Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:09 Wigan | 0h18 | 16:27 Burscough Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Wigan to Burscough train
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popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Wigan and Burscough
Most Wigan to Burscough trains use the Wigan Wallgate to Burscough Bridge station pair, with some services arriving at New Lane. Use this guide to compare Wigan and Burscough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Wigan station do trains to Burscough leave from?
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 Burscough station do trains from Wigan arrive at?
Getting to Burscough Bridge from Burscough city centre
Burscough Bridge is 1 km from Burscough city centre. Public transport options include:
Burscough Bridge train station facilities and services
Burscough Bridge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burscough Bridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burscough Bridge: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Burscough Bridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burscough Bridge: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Wigan/Manchester platform: step free access down 40 metre slope from Station Approach or down 26 steps with rest platform and handrail from Liverpool Road North. Southport platform: step free access from side road or down 26 steps with rest platform and handrail from Liverpool Road North. This station is not recommended for the severely mobility impaired due to the low height of the platform causing a high step onto the train, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to New Lane from Burscough city centre
New Lane is 2 km from Burscough city centre. Public transport options include:
New Lane train station facilities and services
New Lane has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at New Lane: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at New Lane: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Acess to Southport platform : from New Lane level access up a 5 metre ramp. Wigan platform : from New Lane up a 5 metre ramp, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Train stations for Wigan to Burscough
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