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Wigan to Handforth train route details
First train
05:48
Last train
23:11
Journey time
1h 18m
Distance
23 miles
Price
SAR 10.42*
What are the next train times from Wigan to Handforth?
Discover all upcoming Wigan to Handforth services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:48 Wigan Wallgate | 07:29 Handforth |  | Find Tickets |
06:21 Wigan Wallgate | 08:01 Handforth | | Find Tickets |
06:41 Wigan North Western | 08:01 Handforth | | Find Tickets |
06:49 Wigan Wallgate | 08:28 Handforth | | Find Tickets |
07:21 Wigan Wallgate | 09:00 Handforth | | Find Tickets |
07:37 Wigan Wallgate | 09:00 Paris |  | Find Tickets |
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Book in advance
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