Wigan to Motherwell by train

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Overview: trains from Wigan to Motherwell

Find the key information for travelling by train from Wigan to Motherwell, 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 08:37 View journey
Last train 20:38 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 2hr 18m View journey
Distance (km) 265
Trains / day 11 View all
Cheapest journey US$32.63 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 27m
Train operators 4

Explore Wigan to Motherwell by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Wigan to Motherwell aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train travel between Wigan and Motherwell: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Wigan to Motherwell:

  • Cheapest tickets: US$32.58

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 5 months in advance.

Train times for travel between Wigan and Motherwell

If you are taking the train from Wigan to Motherwell, you will have 11 trains each day (with a departure every 28 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 12:25. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 20:38. On weekends, the first train departs at 08:37, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 20:38.

Travel time and distance between Wigan and Motherwell

The route’s fastest journey takes 2 hours and 18 minutes, covering a total of 265 kilometres.

When are tickets between Wigan and Motherwell available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Wigan and Motherwell can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Additional information on train travel from Wigan to Motherwell

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Motherwell city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Wigan to Motherwell

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

The total distance from Wigan to Motherwell is 265 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.