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Compare train and coach for Wigan to Prescot
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wigan to Prescot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, while a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 17 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wigan to Prescot:
A train is £4 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Wigan to Prescot costing on average £10.
Other travel options to Prescot take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 39m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (25m by train vs 32m by car). Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £4 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Why should you book Wigan to Prescot trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Wigan to Prescot.
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Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Wigan to Prescot.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Wigan to Prescot
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Trains from Wigan to Prescot run on average 4 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 20m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 5:35 |
Last train 23:34 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Wigan to Prescot trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Wigan and Prescot from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Wigan to Prescot train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan to Prescot 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 Prescot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Wigan and Prescot
Most Wigan to Prescot trains use the Wigan North Western to Eccleston Park station pair, with some services arriving at Prescot. Use this guide to compare Wigan and Prescot train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Wigan station do trains to Prescot leave from?
Getting to Wigan North Western from Wigan city centre
Wigan North Western is 1 km from Wigan city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wigan North Western.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wigan North Western.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wigan North Western: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wigan North Western: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Which Prescot station do trains from Wigan arrive at?
Getting to Eccleston Park from Prescot city centre
Eccleston Park is 1 km from Prescot city centre. Public transport options include:
Eccleston Park train station facilities and services
Eccleston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Eccleston Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Eccleston Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Eccleston Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Eccleston Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Access to Wigan platform down a 25 metre ramp from Portico Lane. Use road bridge to access platform from ticket office. It should be noted that the road bridge has a very narrow footpath, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, 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.
Getting to Prescot from Prescot city centre
Prescot train station facilities and services
Prescot has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Prescot.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Prescot.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Prescot: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Prescot: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Prescot: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, access to all platforms using station lifts, a stepped footbridge is also available, station is fully accessible, 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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