Wigan North Western station
Wallgate
Wigan
Lancashire
WN1 1BJ
Wigan North Western Station can be found on Wallgate in Wigan as shown on the map, and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Wigan North Western Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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If you’re planning a journey from the heart of the North West, Wigan North Western Train Station serves as a critical hub in the UK rail network. With a rich history and a robust range of services, this station connects you to major cities and local gems alike. Whether traveling near or far, Wigan North Western combines convenience with modern facilities, catering to everyday commuters and adventure seekers heading off for a new experience. Understanding what this station has to offer can enhance your travel plans, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable journey.
Wigan North Western is equipped with a comprehensive range of facilities designed to cater to travellers’ needs. The ticket office operates from the early hours at 5:45 am on weekdays and opens even earlier at 5:15 am on Saturdays. It continues to serve passengers until late evening, making it convenient for those with early or late travels. Ticket machines are also available, although they lack accessibility features. Travelers can seamlessly collect their tickets bought online at these machines, ensuring a hassle-free start to their journey.
The station is committed to accessibility, offering step-free access throughout the premises. This makes it an ideal station not only for passengers with reduced mobility but also for those with heavy luggage or pushchairs. Additionally, the station provides 15 accessible parking spaces and has accessible toilet facilities. Customer help points are plentiful, and staff assistance is available within set hours, helping ensure every passenger’s needs are met.
Wigan North Western offers a variety of transport links, connecting passengers to different modes of transportation. If you ever need a rail replacement service, you can find the pickup point conveniently located in the station car park. Bus connections are easily plotted using online resources available here, helping you plan your journey beyond the train rides. Although accessible taxis are not directly available, the station does accommodate an impaired mobility set down and pick-up point, ensuring all travelers can access the station with relative ease.
Parking is ample, with a capacity of 442 spaces and CCTV monitoring for added security. For cyclists, the availability of bicycle storage options complete with CCTV and sheltered racks ensures peace of mind. However, note there are currently no bicycle hire facilities.
The station serves as a gateway to numerous exciting destinations. If the bustling city vibe sounds appealing, consider taking a train to Manchester Piccadilly or explore cosmopolitan life in London Euston. For a touch of musical history, head towards Liverpool Lime Street. There are also convenient trips to Glasgow Central, if you're planning a Scottish adventure, or closer micro-escapes to Blackpool North, perfect for a day by the seaside. Each destination can easily be reached while enjoying the comfort and efficiency of the rail services Wigan North Western provides.
Wigan North Western’s offerings go beyond simple logistics. It’s about offering a seamless, accommodating, and pleasant start or finish to your journey. From practical amenities to efficient connections, this station strives to ensure that your experience, regardless of direction, is comfortable and straightforward. Whether it’s business or leisure, your travel starts here—Wigan North Western. Plan ahead, secure your tickets, and see where the rails will take you next.
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| Ticket Office Opening hours |
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| Ticket machines | Yes | ||||||
| Collect tickets bought online | Yes Collect tickets at the ticket machine | ||||||
| Accessible ticket machines | No | ||||||
| Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
| Smartcards | |||||||
| Smartcards issued at this station | No | ||||||
| Smartcard validators | No | ||||||
| Information available from staff | Yes - from help point Yes - from information point Yes - from ticket office | ||||||
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| Customer information | DepartureScreens Announcements | ||||||
| Staff help available |
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| Customer help points | Yes | ||||||
| Customer services notes | Customers are encouraged to approach a member of station staff with any customer information enquiry. | ||||||
| Luggage storage | No | ||||||
| Lost property | |||||||
| CCTV at the station | Yes |
| Station Accessibility | |||||||
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| Step-free access | Step free access is available throughout the whole station. This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform | ||||||
| Ticket barriers and gates | No | ||||||
| Accessible ticket machines | No | ||||||
| Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
| Ramp for train access | Yes | ||||||
| Accessible Toilets | Yes | ||||||
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Wigan North Western | ||||||
| Seating area | Yes | ||||||
| Wheelchairs available | Yes | ||||||
| Getting to and from the station | |||||||
| Accessible taxis here | No | ||||||
| Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | Yes | ||||||
| Accessible spaces | 15 | ||||||
| Accessible car park equipment | True | ||||||
| Staff Help | |||||||
| Staff help available |
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| Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes | ||||||
| Helpline | We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here. | ||||||
| Toilets | Yes The National key toilet is located in the subway; these toilets are operated by a radar key. |
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| Accessible Toilets | Yes |
| Baby Changing | Yes Female toilets,Male toilets |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Wigan North Western |
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| Seating area | Yes |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Station Car Park | |||||||||||||||
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| Operator | Avanti West Coast | ||||||||||||||
| Car Parking Availability |
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| Spaces | 442 | ||||||||||||||
| Accessible spaces | 15 | ||||||||||||||
| Accessible car park equipment | Yes | ||||||||||||||
| Car park CCTV | Yes | ||||||||||||||
| Parking charges |
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| Refreshment Facilities | Available |
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| ATM Machine | No |
| Shops | Available |
| Currency Exchange | No |
| Pay Phones | Yes |
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| Public Wi-Fi | Available |
| Bicycle Storage | |
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| Spaces | 60 Behind the ticket office to the rear of the drop off area and Taxi rank |
| Type of Storage | Compounds, Stands, Racks, |
| Sheltered | Yes |
| CCTV | Yes |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
The Rail replacement bus pick up point can be found on the station car park. |
Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here |
| Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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| from Liverpool Lime Street | Northern | 08:08 | 5 | On time |
| from Glasgow Central | Avanti West Coast | 08:12 | 4 | On time |
| from Glasgow Central | Avanti West Coast | 08:29 | 4 | On time |
| from Liverpool Lime Street | Northern | 08:32 | 6 | On time |
| from Birmingham New Street | Avanti West Coast | 08:37 | 5 | On time |
| from Liverpool Lime Street | TransPennine Express | 08:42 | 5 | On time |
| from Manchester Victoria | Northern | 08:47 | 1 | On time |
| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Blackpool North | Northern | 08:10 | 5 | On time |
| to London Euston | Avanti West Coast | 08:14 | 4 | On time |
| to Liverpool Lime Street | Northern | 08:21 | 6 | On time |
| to London Euston | Avanti West Coast | 08:31 | 4 | On time |
| to Manchester Victoria | Northern | 08:36 | 3 | On time |
| to Glasgow Central | Avanti West Coast | 08:38 | 5 | On time |
| to Glasgow Central | TransPennine Express | 08:42 | 5 | On time |
| to Liverpool Lime Street | Northern | 08:44 | 6 | On time |