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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Wigan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, while a flight costs an average of £284.
Distance: 238 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£91 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £284 Average Price | £47 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Wigan:
A coach is £59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Wigan costing on average £91.
A coach is £252 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Luton to Wigan costing on average £284.
Other travel options to Wigan take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 53m.
Coach takes on average 6h 16m.
You'll arrive about 29m sooner (2h 37m by train vs 3h 6m by car). Tickets start at around £91 compared to roughly £47 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.
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.
How to get to Wigan from Luton by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Luton to Wigan is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Wigan are Liverpool, Manchester, Chester, Blackpool and Preston. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Wigan on Omio.
Liverpool is known for The Beatles, football and a waterfront shaped by its maritime past. Its grand docks, museums and lively city centre give it a proud, creative character.
Manchester is known for its industrial heritage, influential music and deep football culture. Red-brick canalside areas, major museums and lively nightlife give it an energetic northern character.
Chester is known for its Roman walls, medieval streets and the distinctive black-and-white Rows. Compact and walkable, it blends deep history with a relaxed riverside setting and a lively city centre.
Blackpool is a classic Lancashire seaside resort known for its piers, ballroom heritage and the Blackpool Illuminations. The long promenade and Blackpool Tower give the town a lively, traditional holiday feel.
Preston is a Lancashire city known for its industrial heritage, lively student population and the Harris Museum. Its centre blends Victorian character with modern shops and cafés, while riverside parks soften the urban feel.
Travel to Wigan easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Luton to Wigan.
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Wigan:
A coach is £59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Wigan costing on average £91.
A coach is £252 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Luton to Wigan costing on average £284.
Other travel options to Wigan take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 53m.
Coach takes on average 6h 16m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Luton and Wigan as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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