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Malton Museum
Town museum covering Malton and Norton history, archaeology and local stories. A useful first stop for understanding the area.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wigan to Malton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wigan to Malton will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
To travel from Wigan to Malton you need to make at least one change.

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Take a train from Wigan to Malton and enjoy the approximately 137 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 17:49.
Distance 137 km |
First train 6:05 |
Last train 17:49 |
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The table below shows live departures for Wigan to Malton 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 |
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![]() | 6:49 Wigan | 2h45 | 9:34 Malton | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:32 Wigan | 3h02 | 10:34 Malton | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:37 Wigan | 2h57 | 10:34 Malton | 2 changes | |
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Town museum covering Malton and Norton history, archaeology and local stories. A useful first stop for understanding the area.
Museum in nearby Eden Camp exploring British social and military life in the Second World War through immersive displays in original huts.
Historic house rooms at Castle Howard display art, furnishings and family collections. An accessible art and heritage visit close to Malton.
Handsome Georgian market place at Malton’s heart, lined with independent shops and historic buildings. A good area for a first walk.
Riverside green space and walking area beside the Derwent. Good for a relaxed stroll, open views and watching local wildlife.
Historic part of the town across the river with a village feel, old stone buildings and easy access to the priory church ruins.
Yorkshire pudding is a baked batter pudding traditionally served with roast beef and gravy, central to Sunday lunch across Yorkshire.
Yorkshire curd tart is a sweet pastry filled with curd cheese, eggs and dried fruit, a long-standing regional speciality of Yorkshire bakeries.
Wensleydale cheese, often eaten with fruit cake, is a crumbly Yorkshire cheese closely associated with local farming and regional food culture.
Stylish bistro and deli serving seasonal British cooking, good coffee and a relaxed market-town atmosphere.
Popular Malton smokehouse known for low-and-slow barbecue, craft beer and a lively, informal dining room.
Refined restaurant with a focus on locally sourced Yorkshire ingredients, suited to a slower sit-down meal.
Moderate for England: accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than York, while rail travel and tourist-season stays can raise overall costs.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and tipping in cafés is optional.
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 Malton.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan to Malton 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 Malton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Wigan to Malton trains use the Wigan Wallgate to Malton station pair. Use this guide to compare Wigan and Malton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
Malton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Malton.
Wi-Fi is available at Malton.
Ticket office support is available at Malton.
Available at Malton: Parking.
Available at Malton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to the platform. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:30 - 19:45 Sunday: 09:30 - 19:45 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, 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: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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