Wigan to Reading by train
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Overview: trains from Wigan to Reading
Find the key information for travelling by train from Wigan to Reading, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
Taking the train from Wigan to Reading
Ready to book a trip from Wigan to Reading by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.
Train ticket cost for journeys between Wigan and Reading
Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically US$186.26, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .
How to find cheap train tickets
Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.
Train schedule for travel between Wigan and Reading
While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 44 trains make this journey of 258 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Wigan is at 05:45 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 21:28.
During the weekend, 06:09 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 20:15 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 16 minutes.
Travel time and distance between Wigan and Reading
The route’s fastest journey takes 3 hours and 7 minutes, covering a total of 258 kilometres.
Booking time frame: Wigan to Reading trains
Tickets for travel to Reading along this route are available for purchase 3 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.
Maximising your travels to Reading
For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Reading.
FAQs about the train journey from Wigan to Reading
Want to know more about your journey from Wigan to Reading? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The distance between Wigan and Reading is 258 kilometres.
The lowest price on this route is US$186.26. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around , while those booked 7 days in advance are around .
You can book your tickets 3 months in advance for this route.
The fastest jouney takes 3 hours and 7 minutes.
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