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The cheapest and fastest trains from Wigan to Leeds

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 23 Sept

Cheapest price on 23 Sept

£2

Average ticket price on 23 Sept

£20

Fastest journey on 23 Sept

1 h 59 m

Average journey duration on 23 Sept

2 h 1 m

Trains on 23 Sept

Distance

77 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wigan to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Wigan to Leeds will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.

Fast trains

To travel from Wigan to Leeds you need to make at least one change.

P24124 · G89138
18:232h25
Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
20:48Leeds station (LDS)
£21One-way
1 change
P28810 · G89247
18:042h11
Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
20:15Leeds station (LDS)
£101One-way
1 change
P28781 · G89194
7:052h17
Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
9:22Leeds station (LDS)
£101One-way
1 change
P28778 · G89189
6:062h09
Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
8:15Leeds station (LDS)
£111One-way
1 change
P24118 · G89110
7:212h26
Wigan Wallgate (WGW)
9:47Leeds station (LDS)
£141One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Wigan to Leeds

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wigan to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £23.

Distance: 77 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Coach	Driving
£23 Average Price	£14 Average Price Cheapest	£16 Average Price (fuel + tolls)
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door)
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Wigan to Leeds is a coach with an average price of £14.

This is compared to other travel options from Wigan to Leeds:

A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wigan to Leeds costing on average £23.

The fastest way to travel from Wigan to Leeds is by train with an average journey time of 1h 47m.

Other travel options to Leeds take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Wigan and Leeds including taking a train and coach.

Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-7.70. The journey takes 1h 47m versus 1h 15m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Wigan to Leeds train times

The table below shows live departures for Wigan to Leeds trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
P28809+C24637	On time 17:04 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h07	19:11 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
P24120 · G89136	On time 17:17 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h25	19:42 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
P28511+G16317	On time 17:36 Wigan North Western (WGN)	2h03	19:39 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
L89279+G15988	On time 17:49 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h01	19:50 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
P28810 · G89247	On time 18:04 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h11	20:15 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
P28810+G16016	On time 18:04 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h08	20:12 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
P24124 · G89138	On time 18:23 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h25	20:48 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
P24124+G16319	On time 18:23 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h15	20:38 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
L89282+C24929	On time 18:49 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h00	20:49 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
P28811 · G89251	On time 19:04 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h09	21:13 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
P28811+G16001	On time 19:04 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h07	21:11 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
P24128 · G89140	On time 19:21 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h21	21:42 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
L89286+G15901	On time 19:49 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h02	21:51 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
P28814 · G89255	On time 20:04 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h11	22:15 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
P28814+G15949	On time 20:04 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h09	22:13 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
P24132 · G89143	On time 20:21 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h21	22:42 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
L89290+C24937	On time 20:49 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h04	22:53 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
P28816 · G89259	On time 21:05 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h10	23:15 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
L89382	On time 21:44 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h05	23:49 Leeds station (LDS)	0 changesdirect
Wednesday 23 September
P28778 · G89189	6:06 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h09	8:15 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
P28778+G15888	6:06 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h05	8:11 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
P28501+G16356	6:41 Wigan North Western (WGN)	1h59	8:40 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
L89242+C24892	6:49 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h00	8:49 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
P28781 · G89194	7:05 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h17	9:22 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
P28781+G15897	7:05 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h08	9:13 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
P24118 · G89110	7:21 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h26	9:47 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
P28503+G15879	7:40 Wigan North Western (WGN)	2h00	9:40 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
L89246+C24895	7:48 Wigan North Western (WGN)	2h00	9:48 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
P28784+G15896	8:05 Wigan Wallgate (WGW)	2h05	10:10 Leeds station (LDS)	1 change
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Wigan to Leeds

United Kingdom

Trains from Wigan to Leeds run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:12, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 1h 22m.

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

77 km

Average train duration

1h 47m

Cheapest ticket price

£10

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 22m

First train

2:12

Last train

23:35

Cheapest Month

Jun

Cheapest Day

Thu

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Sat

Least Busy Day

Tue

Best time to book

28 days

Price information

Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail from Wigan to Leeds trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail trains will get you between Wigan and Leeds from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Transpennine Express Duration

1h 22m

Cheapest Transpennine Express Price

£18

Transpennine Express frequency

5 a day

Luggage included

2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats

Cancellation Policy

Refund policies apply as per ticket type

Refund

Full refund if service is cancelled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items

Seat reservation

Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service

Pets

Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger

Quiet zone

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Northern Rail

About

Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Northern Rail Duration

2h 2m

Cheapest Northern Rail Price

£10

Northern Rail frequency

3 a day

Luggage included

2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats

Cancellation Policy

See refund policy for ticket types

Refund

Full refund if service canceled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available

Pets

Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger

Quiet zone

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Things to do in Leeds

Discover the best of Leeds — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leeds trip today.

Must visit

Leeds Art Gallery

Leeds’s principal art gallery shows British art, sculpture and changing exhibitions in an elegant central building.

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Recommended

Leeds City Museum

A major city museum with natural history, archaeology and local history displays suitable for all ages.

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Recommended

Leeds Industrial Museum

A large industrial museum in a former mill, covering textiles, engineering and Leeds’s manufacturing heritage.

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Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and everyday tourist costs stay fairly manageable.

Average meal costs

Budget: £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range: £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: £60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee: £3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.

FAQs: Wigan to Leeds train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The cost of a train ticket from Wigan to Leeds can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £23.

The train journey from Wigan to Leeds covers a distance of 77 km and takes approximately 1h 22m. Trains run 16 per day.

The train distance from Wigan to Leeds is 77 km.

The first train from Wigan to Leeds leaves at 2:12.

The last train from Wigan to Leeds departs at 23:35.

Trains from Wigan to Leeds run approximately 16 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Wigan to Leeds.

Yes, there is a direct train between Wigan and Leeds. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Northern Rail.

To get from Wigan to Leeds, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

There is no night train service from Wigan to Leeds.

The train station in Wigan that goes to Leeds is Wigan Wallgate (WGW), and it arrives at Leeds station (LDS).

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Leeds is by train, costing approximately £10.

Booking trains from Wigan to Leeds in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Wigan to Leeds offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, taking you through picturesque countryside, quaint villages, and the industrial landscapes characteristic of Northern England.

A day trip from Wigan to Leeds may not be feasible as the journey takes 1h 22m. However, there are 5 trains available per day, covering a distance of 77 km.

In Leeds, you can explore the Leeds City Museum with its interactive exhibits on natural history, archaeology, and local history, or visit the Tudor-Jacobean Temple Newsam, which features beautiful gardens and a working farm. The Thackray Medical Museum offers engaging displays on the history of medicine. For cultural experiences, The Grand Theatre hosts a variety of performances, including opera, ballet, and musicals. For shopping, the Victoria Quarter is renowned for its stunning architecture and luxury boutiques. Noteworthy sights include the Royal Armouries Museum with its vast collection of arms and armor, the Leeds Art Gallery showcasing British art, and Roundhay Park, one of Europe's largest city parks. Kirkstall Abbey and Harewood House provide historical and picturesque settings with impressive art collections and landscaped gardens.

A stay of two to three days is ideal to explore Leeds, allowing time to visit its museums, shop in its historic arcades, and enjoy the local dining scene.

Yes, you can take the train from Wigan to Leeds.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Wigan and Leeds

Most Wigan to Leeds trains use the Wigan Wallgate to Leeds station pair. Use this guide to compare Wigan and Leeds 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 Leeds

Which Wigan station do trains to Leeds leave from?

Trains from Wigan to Leeds 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 Parking

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.

More about Wigan Wallgate

Wigan North WesternWigan North Western station, Wallgate, Wigan, Lancashire, WN1 1BJ Wifi

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.