Wigan to Stoke-on-Trent by train

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Overview: trains from Wigan to Stoke-on-Trent

Find the key information for travelling by train from Wigan to Stoke-on-Trent, 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 06:08 View journey
Last train 23:26 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr View journey
Distance (km) 67
Trains / day 42 View all
Cheapest journey £11.40 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 42m
Train operators 11

Explore Wigan to Stoke-on-Trent by train

Thinking about travelling from Wigan to Stoke-on-Trent by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Cost of a train ticket between Wigan and Stoke-on-Trent

The cheapest ticket price along this route is £11.40. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 4 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Train times for travel between Wigan and Stoke-on-Trent

If you are taking the train from Wigan to Stoke-on-Trent, you will have 42 trains each day (with a departure every 9 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:08. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 22:53. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:28, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:26.

How long does the train from Wigan to Stoke-on-Trent take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 1 hour, with trains covering a total distance of 67 kilometres.

How far in advance Wigan and Stoke-on-Trent tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Wigan and Stoke-on-Trent are available 4 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Making the most of your trip to Stoke-on-Trent

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Stoke-on-Trent.

FAQs about the train journey from Wigan to Stoke-on-Trent

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

The total journey from Wigan to Stoke-on-Trent is 67 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.