Trains from Manchester to Wigan from £3.50*

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester to Wigan. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester to Wigan 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.

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 Manchester 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.

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Manchester to Wigan more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.