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Macclesfield to Wigan train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Macclesfield to Wigan, starting from £5.35 and averaging £20.50. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 23m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Tue, Apr 22
From £5.35
Wed, Apr 23
From £19.60
Thu, Apr 24
From £19.60
Fri, Apr 25
From £19.60
Sat, Apr 26
From £19.60
Sun, Apr 27
From £19.60
Mon, Apr 28
From £19.60

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:05 Macclesfield	07:40 Wigan Wallgate	7h 35m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:17 Macclesfield	07:49 Wigan Wallgate	1h 32m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:47 Macclesfield	08:40 Wigan Wallgate	1h 53m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:06 Macclesfield	08:47 Wigan North Western	1h 41m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:17 Macclesfield	08:49 Wigan Wallgate	1h 32m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:37 Macclesfield	09:06 Paris	1h 29m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Macclesfield to Wigan train route details

First train

00:05

Last train

23:25

Departure station

Macclesfield

Arrival station

Wigan

Journey time

1h 23m

Distance

30 miles

Price

£5.35*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Macclesfield to Wigan

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Macclesfield to Wigan 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.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Macclesfield to Wigan, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 Macclesfield to Wigan ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Macclesfield to Wigan more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Macclesfield to Wigan train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Macclesfield to Wigan with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Macclesfield to Wigan from £5.35*

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Macclesfield to Wigan train prices and times

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