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Compare train and coach for Wigan to Burscough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wigan to Burscough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 15 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£8 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest | £3 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
49m Average total duration Fastest 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wigan to Burscough:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wigan to Burscough costing on average £8.
Other travel options to Burscough take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 25m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (19m by train vs 31m by car). Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £3 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Northern Trains Limited.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Why should you book Wigan to Burscough trains with Omio?
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 to Burscough.
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Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Wigan to Burscough.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Wigan to Burscough
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Trains from Wigan to Burscough run on average 8 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 8 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 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 6:17 |
Last train 23:25 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Wigan to Burscough trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Wigan and Burscough 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 to Burscough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan to Burscough 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 Burscough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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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.
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