Prescot to Wigan by train

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Overview: trains from Prescot to Wigan

Find the key information for travelling by train from Prescot 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 05:52 View journey
Last train 22:07 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 21m View journey
Distance (km) 17
Trains / day 63 View all
Cheapest journey €6.94 View journey
Avg journey time 26m
Train operators 2

Explore Prescot to Wigan by train

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

Cost of train tickets between Prescot and Wigan

The cheapest train tickets from Prescot to Wigan start at €6.94. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Prescot to Wigan is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 5 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Prescot to Wigan departure frequency and train timetable

With 63 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 12 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 05:52 and the last one is at 22:07. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:05, with the last one at 20:32.

How long is the train journey from Prescot to Wigan?

This journey covers a total of 17 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 21 minutes.

How far in advance Prescot and Wigan tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Prescot and Wigan are available 5 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Learn more about train travel from Prescot to Wigan

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Wigan city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Prescot to Wigan

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

The train route from Prescot to Wigan covers 17 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.