Brighton to Wigan by train

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Overview: trains from Brighton to Wigan

Find the key information for travelling by train from Brighton to Wigan, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:04 View journey
Last train 23:42 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 36m View journey
Distance (km) 347
Trains / day 51 View all
Cheapest journey £114.52 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 54m
Train operators 7

From Brighton to Wigan by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Brighton to Wigan by train. With 51 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Cost of train travel from Brighton to Wigan

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Brighton to Wigan:

  • Cheapest ticket: £114.52

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Train times for travel from Brighton to Wigan

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 00:04 and the last departure is 23:42. On weekends, the first train departs at 00:04 and the last train leaves at 23:42. On average, a total of 51 trains make this journey each day.

How long is the train journey from Brighton to Wigan?

This journey covers a total of 347 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 3 hours and 36 minutes.

When do tickets between Brighton and Wigan go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Brighton and Wigan 4 and a half months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Learn even more about travelling from Brighton to Wigan by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Wigan.

FAQs about the train journey from Brighton to Wigan

Want to know more about your journey from Brighton to Wigan? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train route from Brighton to Wigan covers 347 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.