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What is the best way to travel from Edinburgh to Wigan?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Flights and Buses for the journey to Wigan from Edinburgh. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
2h 55m
$37
$66
2
Flight
2h 30m
$40
$155
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What is the cheapest way to reach Wigan from Edinburgh?

You can get to Wigan with just $37 by taking a Train from ScotRail, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from $59
tomorrow
from $77
Monday
from $37
Tuesday
from $58
Wednesday
from $63
Thursday
from $40
Friday
from $54

    Cheapest Flights today

  • Ryanair
    5h 35m
    0
    1:40 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    7:15 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $59
  • Ryanair
    11h 50m
    0
    7:25 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    7:15 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $66
  • Ryanair
    7h 50m
    0
    3:15 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:05 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $100
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 10m
    0
    6:05 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    9:15 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $114

    Cheapest Flights tomorrow

  • Ryanair
    22h 5m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:20 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $77
  • EasyJet Airline
    25h 0m
    0
    7:20 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    8:20 AM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $84
  • EasyJet Airline
    13h 35m
    0
    7:20 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    8:55 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $91
  • Jet2.com
    10h 40m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    6:55 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from $105

    Cheapest Trains Monday

  • ScotRail
    3h 39m
    0
    6:33 AM
    Edinburgh
    Haymarket Station
    10:12 AM
    Wigan
    Wallgate Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from $37
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 55m
    0
    6:17 AM
    Edinburgh
    Haymarket Station
    9:12 AM
    Wigan
    Wallgate Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $95
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • EasyJet Airline
    15h 50m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    9:50 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $52
  • EasyJet Airline
    14h 55m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    8:55 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $68
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 50m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    9:50 AM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $78
  • R Airlines
    4h 40m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    1:55 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $85

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    14h 20m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    9:50 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $58
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 50m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    3:30 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $108
  • British Airways
    4h 30m
    0
    2:05 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    6:35 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from $200
  • Norwegian Air Shuttle
    23h 20m
    0
    1:05 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:25 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Norwegian Air Shuttle
    Economy
    from $244

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 30m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:30 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $63
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 40m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:40 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $67
  • Ryanair
    10h 25m
    0
    12:45 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:10 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $87
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    24h 50m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    9:10 AM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $96

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Ryanair
    7h 30m
    0
    9:55 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    5:25 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $40
  • Ryanair
    11h 15m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    5:00 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $42
  • R Airlines
    9h 55m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    4:55 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $50
  • Ryanair
    26h 55m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    8:40 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $60

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Ryanair
    10h 0m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    4:00 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $54
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 15m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    1:15 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $57
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 0m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    2:20 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $66
  • R Airlines
    4h 30m
    0
    9:40 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    2:10 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $71

What are the fastest trips from Edinburgh to Wigan?

You can get to Wigan from Edinburgh in just 2h 30m with a Flight from R Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 2h 30m
tomorrow
from 2h 45m
Monday
from 2h 55m
Tuesday
from 3h 50m
Wednesday
from 3h 50m
Thursday
from 2h 55m
Friday
from 2h 40m

    Fastest Flights today

  • R Airlines
    2h 30m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    1:20 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $159
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 0m
    0
    11:45 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    2:45 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $252
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 10m
    0
    6:05 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    9:15 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $114
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 20m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    1:20 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $118

    Fastest Flights tomorrow

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    2h 45m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    7:30 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $235
  • R Airlines
    2h 55m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:55 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $262
  • British Airways
    7h 40m
    0
    6:20 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    2:00 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from $358
  • Jet2.com
    10h 40m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    6:55 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from $105

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • TransPennine Express
    2h 55m
    0
    6:17 AM
    Edinburgh
    Haymarket Station
    9:12 AM
    Wigan
    Wallgate Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from $95
  • ScotRail
    3h 39m
    0
    6:33 AM
    Edinburgh
    Haymarket Station
    10:12 AM
    Wigan
    Wallgate Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from $37
  • Fastest Flights Monday

  • R Airlines
    3h 25m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:40 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $170
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 50m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    9:50 AM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $78
  • British Airways
    4h 5m
    0
    1:05 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    5:10 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from $125
  • R Airlines
    4h 40m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    1:55 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $85

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 50m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    3:30 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $108
  • British Airways
    4h 30m
    0
    2:05 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    6:35 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from $200
  • BA CityFlyer
    7h 45m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    6:35 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    BA CityFlyer
    Economy
    from $348
  • EasyJet Airline
    14h 20m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    9:50 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $58

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 50m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    3:30 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $118
  • British Airways
    4h 30m
    0
    1:05 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    5:35 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from $200
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 40m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:40 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $67
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 30m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:30 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $63

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • EasyJet Airline
    2h 55m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:00 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $99
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 45m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:05 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $238
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 10m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    7:10 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $75
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 50m
    0
    11:05 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    4:55 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $66

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • R Airlines
    2h 40m
    0
    3:25 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    6:05 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $95
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 15m
    0
    2:35 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    5:50 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $121
  • R Airlines
    3h 25m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    9:10 AM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $78
  • R Airlines
    4h 30m
    0
    9:40 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    2:10 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $71
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Edinburgh to Wigan

What are the most popular stations in Edinburgh and Wigan?

In Edinburgh, you will usually depart from St Andrew's House Station, Waverley Station or Park Central, while in Wigan you will be arriving at Wallgate Station, Hallgate Bus Stop or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Wigan from Edinburgh? With 9 connections between 3 Train, Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Edinburgh and Wigan, you can pay as low as $37 with a Train from ScotRail.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from R Airlines: you will get to Wigan in just 2h 30m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Edinburgh and Wigan are EasyJet Airline, Eastern Air Lines (2011) and Ryanair, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Edinburgh and Wigan is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Broomhouse or to Hindley, and look at flights from Edinburgh Airport, and landing at Blackpool Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Edinburgh to Wigan?

The most popular companies between Edinburgh and Wigan, are EasyJet Airline, Eastern Air Lines (2011) and Ryanair. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: ScotRail and TransPennine Express

Airlines: EasyJet Airline, Eastern Air Lines (2011), Ryanair and 7 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Edinburgh to Wigan

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Edinburgh to Wigan. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Edinburgh to Wigan

How can I reach Wigan from Edinburgh?

Every day, there are on average 9 connections between Train, Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Wigan from Edinburgh.

How far is Wigan from Edinburgh?

The distance between Edinburgh and Wigan is 167.9 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Edinburgh and Wigan?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 46 kgs, and a flight 66 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Edinburgh to Wigan?

You can get to Wigan with just $37 by taking a Train from ScotRail.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Wigan?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Wigan in just 2h 30m with a Flight from R Airlines.

More routes to Edinburgh and to Wigan

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Edinburgh and to Wigan. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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