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Museum of Liverpool
A major museum covering Liverpool’s global links, city life and transport, with family-friendly displays and broad local history.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£2
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
31 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
31 m
Trains on 18 Sept
26
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wigan to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wigan to Liverpool will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 26 trains from Wigan to Liverpool, including 26 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 31 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.
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G89163Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wigan to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, while a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 27 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£3 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wigan to Liverpool:
A train is £3 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Wigan to Liverpool costing on average £6.
Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 10m.
The journey is about 11m faster (40m by train vs 51m by car) and roughly £2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£3 vs £6). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Wigan to Liverpool trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W84884 | On time 11:04 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h42 | 11:46 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85382 | On time 11:21 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h47 | 12:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89156 | On time 11:48 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h31 | 12:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85387 | On time 11:52 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h51 | 12:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85392 | On time 12:21 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h50 | 13:11 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89163 | On time 12:48 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h31 | 13:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
G85342 | 6:21 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h47 | 7:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89147 | 6:48 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h31 | 7:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85346 | 6:52 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h51 | 7:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84881 | 7:18 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h39 | 7:57 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85350 | 7:21 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h47 | 8:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89153 | 7:48 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h40 | 8:28 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85353 | 7:52 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h51 | 8:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85356 | 8:21 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h47 | 9:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89159 | 8:44 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h35 | 9:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85359 | 8:52 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h51 | 9:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85363 | 9:21 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h47 | 10:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G86100 | 9:25 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h47 | 10:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89165 | 9:48 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h31 | 10:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85368 | 9:53 Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h50 | 10:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Wigan to Liverpool run on average 8 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 31m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 0:14 |
Last train 23:24 |
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A major museum covering Liverpool’s global links, city life and transport, with family-friendly displays and broad local history.
An extensive museum of archaeology, world cultures and natural history, known for varied displays and free family visits.
A waterfront gallery with British art, decorative works and changing exhibitions in a landmark dockside building.
Liverpool’s revived dock complex with museums, waterfront walks, historic warehouses and some of the city’s best views.
A compact central quarter known for independent shops, street art, music venues and a lively creative atmosphere.
A broad Georgian street lined with cultural venues, gardens and major civic buildings, ideal for a scenic walk.
A hearty beef stew with root vegetables, long linked to Liverpool’s dockworkers and home cooking. It is one of the city’s best-known traditional dishes.
A lighter local variation of scouse made with lamb or mutton, potatoes and vegetables. It reflects older Liverpool home-style cooking traditions.
A local bakery favourite made from leftover cake pieces bound with sweet filling and covered in icing or chocolate. It is strongly associated with Liverpool bakeries.
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate, polished setting. A strong choice for a special meal in central Liverpool.
Historic pub famed for serving traditional scouse and classic British comfort food in a busy, characterful city-centre setting.
Long-established seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, shellfish and a smart but relaxed dining room near the waterfront.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses, trains and attractions can still add up in peak periods.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip about 10%. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
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Liverpool Lime Street Station -> Liverpool ONE Bus Station, Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Wigan to Liverpool trains use the Wigan North Western to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Edge Hill. Use this guide to compare Wigan and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Wigan North Western is 1 km from Wigan city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Wigan North Western.
Wi-Fi is available at Wigan North Western.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wigan North Western: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wigan North Western: Bike Parking.
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.
Wigan Wallgate is 1 km from Wigan city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Wigan Wallgate.
Ticket office support is available at Wigan Wallgate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wigan Wallgate: Parking, WC.
Available at Wigan Wallgate: Bike Parking.
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.
Bryn is 4 km from Wigan city centre. Public transport options include:
Bryn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink options are available at Bryn.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bryn: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bryn: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, To Liverpool : Down a stepped ramp (40 paces, 1:10 slope) to the left of the bridge onto the platform. To Wigan : Down a ramp (44 paces, 1:10 slope) to the right of the bridge onto the platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Edge Hill is 2 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Edge Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Food and drink options are available at Edge Hill.
Ticket office support is available at Edge Hill.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edge Hill: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edge Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station. Access to the station is via a hundred metre cobbled street slope or uneven pavement down to the ticket office. Platform 1 - has level access for train to Manchester Victoria, St Helens, Wigan, Preston and Warrington Bank Quay. Platform 2 - has level access for trains to Liverpool from Crewe/ Manchester Airport via Newton-le-Willows Platform 3 - down 20 steps to level under-pass and then up 20 steps to the platform for trains to Warrington Central and Manchester Piccadilly. Platform 4 - down 20 steps to level under-pass and then up 20 steps to the platform for trains to Liverpool from Manchester Oxford Road via Warrington (Stations), 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.
Moorfields has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Moorfields.
Wi-Fi is available at Moorfields. ATMs are available at Moorfields.
Ticket office support is available at Moorfields. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Moorfields: Parking, WC.
Available at Moorfields: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Moorfields: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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