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Wigan to Nelson Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Wigan to Nelson? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 95,82 SAR, with average prices for this route around 95,82 SAR.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
17:51 1 timme 35 minut, Changes required Wigan North Western	19:26 Nelson	Find Tickets
18:38 1 timme 49 minut, Changes required Wigan North Western	20:27 Nelson	Find Tickets
19:58 1 timme 28 minut, Changes required Wigan North Western	21:26 Nelson	Find Tickets
20:38 1 timme 48 minut, Changes required Wigan North Western	22:26 Nelson	Find Tickets
22:06 2 timme 37 minut, Changes required Wigan Wallgate	00:43 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Wigan to Nelson Train Route Details

First train

00:05

Last train

22:06

Departure station

Wigan

Arrival station

Nelson

Journey time

1 timme 28 minut

Distance

44 km

Price

95,82 SAR*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Wigan to Nelson

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Wigan to Nelson during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Wigan to Nelson for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Wigan to Nelson, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Wigan to Nelson ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Wigan to Nelson more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Wigan to Nelson train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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