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It takes an average of 4h 33m to travel from Irvine to Wigan by train, over a distance of around 164 miles (265 km). There are normally 4 trains per day travelling from Irvine to Wigan and tickets for this journey start from £79.10 when you book in advance.
How to travel from Irvine to Wigan by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Irvine to Wigan? Look no further.
You'll usually find 4 trains per day running between Irvine and Wigan, which usually take 4 hours 33 minutes to complete the 164 miles (265 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 26 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Wigan by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or TransPennine Express are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Irvine to Wigan start from £79.10 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Wigan? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Cheap train tickets from Irvine to Wigan
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Irvine to Wigan is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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