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Marple Lock Flight
Sixteen restored canal locks rising through Marple. This impressive flight is central to the town’s industrial story and a rewarding walk.
Take a train from Wigan to Marple and enjoy the approximately 41 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:07, the last at 22:39.
Distance 41 km |
First train 6:07 |
Last train 22:39 |
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A rich meat and potato stew from Greater Manchester, long linked with local mills and workers’ lunches. Best with pickled red cabbage or crusty bread.
A hearty local breakfast of black pudding, bacon, sausage, eggs and toast. Black pudding is a long-standing North West staple.
A baked savoury pie filled with meat and gravy, central to pub and chippy culture across Greater Manchester and Cheshire.
Smart local Indian restaurant known for curries, grills and attentive service in a relaxed setting near the centre of Marple.
Established café and restaurant popular for breakfast, lunch, cakes and coffee in a friendly, casual setting.
Traditional pub on the canal serving British favourites, cask ales and Sunday roasts with a warm village atmosphere.
Moderate for Greater Manchester. Dining and local transport are reasonable, but accommodation nearby can cost more than in smaller UK towns.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Café tips are small change only.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan to Marple 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 Marple, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Wigan to Marple trains use the Wigan Wallgate to Marple station pair. Use this guide to compare Wigan and Marple 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.
Marple has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Marple.
Ticket office support is available at Marple.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Marple: Parking.
Available at Marple: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marple: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Lifts are now provided at this station, available from first to last train. Alternatively, level access from the car park into the ticket hall and onto Sheffield platform or, when the ticket hall is closed, through a 3ft wide gate to the left of the ticket hall onto the platform. For Manchester platform turn right from ticket hall entrance onto Sheffield platform and walk 33 paces to the footbridge, up 20 steps and across the footbridge (15 paces) and down 20 steps onto the 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.
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