Plymouth to Wigan by train

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Overview: trains from Plymouth to Wigan

Find the key information for travelling by train from Plymouth 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 05:20 View journey
Last train 20:04 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 5hr 9m View journey
Distance (km) 367
Trains / day 22 View all
Cheapest journey €83.25 View journey
Avg journey time 7hr 58m
Train operators 5

Travelling from Plymouth to Wigan by train

Considering a train trip from Plymouth to Wigan? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train cost between Plymouth and Wigan: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from €83.25, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Plymouth to Wigan train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Plymouth to Wigan is at 05:20 and the last is at 19:44. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 05:25 and the last one is at 20:04. You can expect 22 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 54 minutes.

How long does the train from Plymouth to Wigan take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 5 hours and 9 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 367 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets from Plymouth to Wigan?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 4 and a half months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Making your Plymouth to Wigan travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Wigan.

FAQs about the train journey from Plymouth to Wigan

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

The total distance between Plymouth and Wigan by train is 367 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.