How to get from Blackburn to Wigan by train?

From Blackburn to Wigan by train

To get from Blackburn to Wigan in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Blackburn station to Bolton station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Bolton station to Wigan Wallgate station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min. The ride fare is £13.70.

59min£13.70
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Wigan
Leaves from Blackburn
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Blackburn
    280 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Rochdale
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bolton
    29 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Southport
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wigan Wallgate
    18 min
  • 6
    Walk to Wigan
    Walk to
    Wigan
    370 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Blackburn to Wigan by bus and train

To get from Blackburn to Wigan in North West, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 59 bus from Mincing Lane station to Preston station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 111 bus and finally 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 21 min.

81min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5959
Bus - 111111
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Walk to Wigan
Leaves from Mincing Lane
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mincing Lane
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    Preston City Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Preston
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lava Ignite (Stand G)
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 111111
    Wait for bus
    111
    Moss Side
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Railway Station (Stand B)
    3 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Preston
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    London Euston
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wigan North Western
    11 min
  • 10
    Walk to Wigan
    Walk to
    Wigan
    480 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Blackburn to Wigan
The distance between Blackburn, North West and Wigan, North West is approximately 23.73 mi, which can typically be travelled in 59 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Blackburn to Wigan by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transport stations close to Blackburn

Blackburn is located at Blackburn, North West and the nearest public transport station is Mincing Lane.

Bus stations close to Blackburn:

  • Mincing Lane
  • The Mall
  • Darwen Street
Public transport stations close to Wigan, North West

Wigan is located at Wigan, North West and the nearest public transport station is Derby House.

Train stations close to Wigan:

  • Wigan North Western
  • Pemberton

Bus stations close to Wigan:

  • Derby House
  • Wigan Wallgate
  • Wigan Rail Stations (Stop D)
Related Routes

From Blackburn to Wigan by bus and train

To get from Blackburn to Wigan in North West, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 59 bus from Mincing Lane station to Preston station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 111 bus and finally 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 21 min.

81min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5959
Bus - 111111
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Walk to Wigan
Leaves from Mincing Lane
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mincing Lane
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    Preston City Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Preston
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lava Ignite (Stand G)
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 111111
    Wait for bus
    111
    Moss Side
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Railway Station (Stand B)
    3 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Preston
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    London Euston
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wigan North Western
    11 min
  • 10
    Walk to Wigan
    Walk to
    Wigan
    480 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 59 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line NORTHERN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Blackburn to Wigan?

    The alternative route takes 81 minutes, using Bus line 59, Bus line 111, Bus line AVANTI WEST COAST.

  • Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Wigan in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 59 min.

  • Which train line goes from Blackburn to Wigan in North West?

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

  • How long does it take to travel from Blackburn to Wigan in North West by train?

    The total travel time between Blackburn and Wigan in North West by train is about 59 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Blackburn to get to Wigan in North West?

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Blackburn and Wigan in North West?

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

  • How much is the train fare from Blackburn to Wigan?

    The ride from Blackburn to Wigan costs £13.70.

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