Is there a direct train from Croydon to Wigan?

The journey between Croydon and Wigan usually involves 6 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Croydon to Wigan every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Croydon to Wigan?

The Croydon to Wigan train travel takes about 2 hours and 50 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Croydon to Wigan train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Wigan leaving Croydon at around 03:40 and the last train leaving at around 20:10.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Croydon at around 04:40, with the final departure at 19:46.

Croydon to Wigan by train

First train

03:40
Last train

20:10

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

2hr 50m

Distance

296 kilometres
Trains per day

41

Avg. journey time

3hr 18m
Train operators

Discover Croydon to Wigan by train

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Train cost for travel between Croydon and Wigan

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is US$48.24, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 2 and a half months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides
Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience
Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey
Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts
Are an even greener travel option than high speed
Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Croydon to Wigan departure frequency and train timetable

With 41 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 14 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 03:40 and the last one is at 20:10. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 04:40, with the last one at 19:46.

Average train travel time and distance from Croydon to Wigan

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 2 hours and 50 minutes, spanning 296 kilometres in total.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Croydon and Wigan?

You can secure tickets for travel between Croydon and Wigan up to 2 and a half months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Further insights on trains from Croydon to Wigan

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Wigan city guide.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the train trip from Croydon to Wigan?

The total distance from Croydon to Wigan is 296 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Croydon to Wigan?

The cheapest fare on this route is US$48.24. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Croydon to Wigan?

Tickets for this journey become available 2 and a half months ahead of the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Croydon to Wigan?

The fastest jouney takes 2 hours and 50 minutes.

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