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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Wigan to Runcorn, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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Wigan to Runcorn train prices and times

Planning a journey from Wigan to Runcorn? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as QAR 50.94, with average prices for this route around QAR 52.97. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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09:12
1h 14m, No direct
Wigan North Western
10:26
Runcorn East
Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales
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09:22
1h 28m, No direct
Wigan North Western
10:50
Runcorn
NorthernWest Midlands Trains
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11:10
24m, No direct
Wigan North Western
11:34
Runcorn East
Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales
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12:16
21m, No direct
Wigan North Western
12:37
Runcorn East
Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales
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13:14
23m, No direct
Wigan North Western
13:37
Runcorn East
Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales
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14:14
22m, No direct
Wigan North Western
14:36
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Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales
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Wigan to Runcorn train route details

First train
First train
09:12
Last train
Last train
22:54
Departure station
Departure station
Wigan
Arrival station
Arrival station
Runcorn
Journey time
Journey time
21m
Distance
Distance
24 km
Price
Price
QAR 50.94*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Wigan to Runcorn

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Wigan to Runcorn can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Wigan to Runcorn 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 to save an average extra 30%

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 Wigan to Runcorn, 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%

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 Runcorn 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

Group travels to save 1/3

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 Wigan to Runcorn more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Wigan to Runcorn train ticket types

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

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