How to get from Accrington to Wigan by train?

From Accrington to Wigan by train

To get from Accrington to Wigan in Wigan, take the NORTHERN train from Accrington station to Preston station. Next, take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Preston station to Wigan North Western station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min.

73min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Walk to Wigan
Leaves from Accrington

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Accrington
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Blackpool North
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    32 min
  • 4
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    London Euston
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wigan North Western
    11 min
  • 6
    Walk to Wigan
    Walk to
    Wigan
    Scholes
    760 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Accrington to Wigan

The distance between Accrington, Wigan and Wigan, Wigan is approximately 33.08 mi, which can typically be travelled in 73 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Accrington to Wigan by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Wigan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Accrington

Accrington is located at Accrington, Wigan and the nearest public transport station is Accrington.

Bus stations close to Accrington:

  • Accrington
  • King Street
  • Ellison Street

Public transport stations close to Wigan, Wigan

Wigan is located at Scholes, Wigan and the nearest public transport station is Rodney Street.

Train stations close to Wigan:

  • Pemberton
  • Wigan North Western

Bus stations close to Wigan:

  • Rodney Street
  • College Avenue
  • Derby House

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Accrington to Wigan?

    The fastest way takes 73 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line AVANTI WEST COAST.

  • Is there a direct train between Accrington and Wigan?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 13 min.

  • Which train line goes from Accrington to Wigan?

    The NORTHERN train line goes from Accrington station near Accrington in North West to Blackpool North station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Blackpool North station near Wigan in Wigan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Accrington to Wigan by train?

    The total travel time between Accrington in North West and Wigan in Wigan by train is about 1 hr 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Accrington to get to Wigan?

    Get on the NORTHERN train from the Accrington station near Accrington in North West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Accrington and Wigan?

    Get off the train at the Blackpool North station, which is closest to Wigan in Wigan.

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