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Kendal Museum
Local museum in Kendal covering archaeology, social history and the town’s industrial and artistic heritage.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wigan to Oxenholme among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 85 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 28m faster (43m by train vs 1h 11m by car) and roughly £6 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£11 vs £16). 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 Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Wigan to Oxenholme run on average 5 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 85 km distance in 44m.
Distance 85 km |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 5:32 |
Last train 22:14 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 4 days |
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Local museum in Kendal covering archaeology, social history and the town’s industrial and artistic heritage.
Arts centre with changing exhibitions, cinema and performances in a historic mill complex on the River Kent.
House museum devoted to Arts and Crafts designer William Morris and his circle, set at Sizergh’s entrance.
Prominent hilltop viewpoint above Kendal with short walks, open moorland and wide views across the South Lakes.
Riverside park and walking area in Kendal with open lawns, play spaces and an easy route into the town centre.
Green walking area and fellside route near Kendal, popular for fresh air, views and quieter local paths.
Cumberland sausage is a long, coiled pork sausage seasoned with pepper and herbs, closely associated with Cumbria and a staple of local pub menus.
Kendal mint cake is a famous local sugar confection from nearby Kendal, prized by walkers and climbers for quick energy and strong peppermint flavour.
Grasmere gingerbread is a distinctive spiced Lakeland bake, somewhere between biscuit and cake, long linked with the Lake District tradition.
Well-known Kendal restaurant focused on seasonal British cooking with a polished but approachable dining room.
Popular Kendal brewery taproom and kitchen known for craft beer, burgers and relaxed social atmosphere.
Smart, established dining room at Castle Green Hotel offering modern British dishes in a calm hotel setting near Kendal.
Moderate for the UK. Accommodation can be pricey in the Lake District, but dining and local transport are usually manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan to Oxenholme 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 Oxenholme, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Wigan to Oxenholme trains use the Wigan North Western to Oxenholme Lake District station pair. Use this guide to compare Wigan and Oxenholme 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.
Oxenholme Lake District has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Oxenholme Lake District.
Wi-Fi is available at Oxenholme Lake District.
Ticket office support is available at Oxenholme Lake District. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oxenholme Lake District: Parking, WC.
Available at Oxenholme Lake District: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxenholme Lake District: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Access to platforms 2 (for Northbound services towards Edinburgh and Glasgow Central) & 3 (to and from Windermere) is via a steep ramp and station subway. Staff are available to assist at all times whilst trains are running, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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