- Must visit
Science and Industry Museum
Large science and industry museum in a former railway site, with historic machinery, engines and hands-on displays for varied ages.
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Overview: Train from Wigan to Eccles
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Wigan to Eccles and enjoy the approximately 21 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:38, the last at 22:48.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 21 km |
First train 6:38 |
Last train 22:48 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 91 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Frequently asked questions about your Wigan to Eccles trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Wigan to Eccles.
The train distance from Wigan to Eccles is 21 km.
The first train from Wigan to Eccles leaves at 6:38.
The last train from Wigan to Eccles departs at 22:48.
Yes, there is a direct train between Wigan and Eccles. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Northern Trains Limited.
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited from Wigan to Eccles trainsAvanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Wigan and Eccles. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
45m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£55
Avanti West Coast frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
19m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£7
Northern Trains Limited frequency
7 a day
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Wigan and Eccles
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Wigan to Eccles.
There is no night train service from Wigan to Eccles.
Complete guide to Eccles
Things to do in Eccles
Discover the best of Eccles — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Eccles trip today.
- Must visit
The Lowry
Waterside gallery showing major modern and contemporary art exhibitions in a striking building at Salford Quays.
- Recommended
Manchester Liverpool Road Station
Working community museum preserving one of Manchester’s earliest surviving passenger railway stations with displays on rail history.
- Must visit
Salford Quays
Revived waterside district with modern architecture, public art, event spaces and broad promenades for an easy urban stroll.
- Recommended
Peel Park
Historic landscaped park with woodland, lakes and open lawns. It is ideal for walks and a calmer escape close to Eccles.
- Recommended
MediaCityUK
Contemporary neighbourhood around studios, plazas and the waterfront, popular for walking, views and seeing modern Greater Manchester.
- Vegetarian
Eccles cake
A flaky currant-filled pastry first baked in Eccles in the late 18th century. It is the town’s best-known food and a classic Greater Manchester treat.
Steak and kidney pudding
A steamed suet pudding filled with beef and onions, long associated with north-west England and commonly eaten in pubs around Greater Manchester.
- Gluten-free
Bury black pudding
Black pudding from nearby Bury is a seasoned blood sausage often served at breakfast. It is a staple Greater Manchester speciality with strong local identity.
Patricroft Bakery
Long-established local bakery and café best known for Eccles cakes, pastries and simple lunches. Ideal for trying the town’s signature bake.
Shahi Masala on the Quays
Smart Indian restaurant serving curries, grills and biryanis in a polished yet friendly atmosphere popular with local diners.
The Bridgewater Canal Pub
Traditional pub by the canal known for cask ales and hearty British dishes in a relaxed historic setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Dining and local transport are fairly priced, while accommodation nearby in Greater Manchester can raise overall trip costs versus smaller towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is typical if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and tipping in cafés is optional.
Bee Network
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £4.90
To the city centre
Eccles Interchange -> Manchester Victoria
- Distance
- 6 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless tap and go works on Bee Network trams and buses. Use the same card or device for every touch-in.
- Eccles is on Metrolink. Buy before boarding unless you use contactless tap and go.
Plan your visit to Eccles
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Eccles.
The train journey from Wigan to Eccles offers a mix of urban and suburban views, with sections passing through green spaces and residential areas, but it is not typically considered a notably scenic route.
FAQs: Wigan to Eccles train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan to Eccles 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 Eccles, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Wigan to Eccles in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Wigan to Eccles.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Wigan and Eccles
Most Wigan to Eccles trains use the Wigan Wallgate to Eccles (Manchester) station pair, with some services arriving at Patricroft. Use this guide to compare Wigan and Eccles train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Wigan
Arrival train stations in Eccles
Which Wigan station do trains to Eccles leave from?
Trains from Wigan to Eccles leave from Wigan Wallgate. The station is 2 km from Wigan city centre at Wigan Wallgate station, Wallgate, Wigan, Lancashire, WN1 1BB.
Wigan WallgateWigan Wallgate station, Wallgate, Wigan, Lancashire, WN1 1BB
City-centre transport
Getting to Wigan Wallgate from Wigan city centre
Wigan Wallgate is 1 km from Wigan city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus639, 640, 611, 602, 610, 603, 601, 604, 633 · 2m · £2 · every ~58 min
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.
Wigan North WesternWigan North Western station, Wallgate, Wigan, Lancashire, WN1 1BJ
City-centre transport
Getting to Wigan North Western from Wigan city centre
Wigan North Western is 1 km from Wigan city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus639, 640, 611, 602, 610, 603, 601, 604, 633 · 2m · £2 · every ~58 min
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.
Which Eccles station do trains from Wigan arrive at?
Trains from Wigan to Eccles most often arrive at Eccles (Manchester). Some services arrive at Patricroft, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Eccles arrival station.
Eccles (Manchester)Eccles station, St Marys Road, Eccles, Greater Manchester, M30 0DN+44 800 200 6060
City-centre transport
Getting to Eccles (Manchester) from Eccles city centre
Onward travel informationThere are bus services available at Eccles Interchange, 300 yards or 5 minutes walk away. TFGM Traveline 0871 200 2233
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesPick Up / Drop Off at the entrance to the station car park.
MetroTram stop 300 yards from the station. Metrolink 0161 205 2000
Eccles (Manchester) train station facilities and services
Eccles (Manchester) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Eccles (Manchester).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Eccles (Manchester): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Eccles (Manchester): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Eccles (Manchester): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, Manchester platform: up one step from car park to ticket office then down 35 steps onto platform. Liverpool platform: up one step from car park to ticket office then along footbridge and down 35 steps onto platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
PatricroftPatricroft station, Green Lane, Patricroft, Greater Manchester, M30 0GX
City-centre transport
Getting to Patricroft from Eccles city centre
Patricroft is 1 km from Eccles city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainManchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Oxford Road - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Victoria - Liverpool Lime Street, Wilmslow - Liverpool Lime Street · 2m · £1 · every ~2 min
Bus998, 10, 22, 20, 21, 757, 100, 67A, 67 · 10m · £2 · every ~63 min
Patricroft train station facilities and services
Patricroft 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 Patricroft.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Patricroft: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Patricroft: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Patricroft: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, Services towards Manchester: From Green Lane access through an underpass (17 paces) and up 38 steps onto the platform. Services Towards Liverpool : From Green Lane, up 40 steps onto the platform, 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 Eccles
Check train stations information for Wigan and Eccles, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Wigan that goes to Eccles is Wigan Wallgate, and it arrives at Eccles (Manchester).
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