How to get from Edinburgh to Wigan

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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 4 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
5h 2m
$88
$116
3
Flight
2h 40m
$38
$172
47

What is the cheapest way to reach Wigan from Edinburgh?

You can get to Wigan with just $38 by taking a Flight from Ryanair, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Monday
from $43
Tuesday
from $38
Wednesday
from $39
Thursday
from $42
Friday
from $70
Saturday
from $88
Sunday
from $61

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Ryanair
    12h 15m
    0
    11:20 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:35 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $43
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 30m
    0
    8:15 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:45 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $74
  • Ryanair
    6h 0m
    0
    11:20 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    5:20 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $78
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 35m
    0
    4:35 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:10 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $108

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Ryanair
    4h 20m
    0
    7:40 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:00 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $38
  • R Airlines
    7h 40m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    5:15 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $40
  • R Airlines
    2h 55m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:00 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $89
  • Ryanair
    4h 25m
    0
    2:50 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    7:15 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $99

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Ryanair
    4h 50m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    9:50 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $39
  • Ryanair
    4h 40m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:35 AM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $41
  • R Airlines
    16h 5m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:10 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $62
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 35m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:05 AM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $85

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Ryanair
    6h 55m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:55 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $42
  • Ryanair
    5h 35m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:35 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $44
  • R Airlines
    5h 15m
    0
    5:45 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:00 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $62
  • British Airways
    4h 20m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    9:50 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from $89

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Ryanair
    15h 55m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:25 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $70
  • Ryanair
    4h 15m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:45 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $70
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 55m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:55 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $132
  • British Airways
    6h 0m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:10 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from $171

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Ryanair
    23h 10m
    0
    11:35 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:45 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $88
  • British Airways
    7h 40m
    0
    3:05 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:45 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from $93
  • Ryanair
    4h 25m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    9:35 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $117
  • R Airlines
    14h 20m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    9:25 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $159

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Ryanair
    14h 5m
    0
    7:50 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    9:55 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $61
  • EasyJet Airline
    25h 40m
    0
    6:25 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    8:05 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $67
  • Ryanair
    4h 35m
    0
    7:50 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:25 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $68
  • British Airways
    3h 35m
    0
    7:05 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:40 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from $122
  • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    5h 2m
    0
    11:30 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    4:32 PM
    Wigan
    Wallgate Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $88
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    5h 2m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    2:32 PM
    Wigan
    Wallgate Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $130
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    5h 2m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    3:32 PM
    Wigan
    Wallgate Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $130

What are the fastest trips from Edinburgh to Wigan?

You can get to Wigan from Edinburgh in just 2h 40m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline. 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.

Monday
from 3h 30m
Tuesday
from 2h 55m
Wednesday
from 2h 40m
Thursday
from 4h 15m
Friday
from 3h 0m
Saturday
from 4h 25m
Sunday
from 3h 35m

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 30m
    0
    8:15 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:45 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $74
  • Ryanair
    6h 0m
    0
    11:20 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    5:20 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $78
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 35m
    0
    4:35 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:10 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $108
  • British Airways
    7h 25m
    0
    3:15 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:40 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from $252

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • R Airlines
    2h 55m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:00 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $89
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 20m
    0
    3:20 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    6:40 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $113
  • Aer Lingus
    3h 35m
    0
    11:55 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    3:30 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from $139
  • Ryanair
    4h 20m
    0
    7:40 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:00 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $38

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    2h 40m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    4:25 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $111
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 35m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:05 AM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $85
  • British Airways
    3h 35m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    7:05 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from $167
  • Ryanair
    4h 40m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:35 AM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $41

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 15m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:35 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $205
  • British Airways
    4h 20m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    9:50 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from $89
  • KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    4h 20m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:20 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    Economy
    from $312
  • R Airlines
    5h 15m
    0
    5:45 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:00 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $62

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 0m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    2:40 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $262
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 55m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:55 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $132
  • Ryanair
    4h 15m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:45 AM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $70
  • British Airways
    6h 0m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:10 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from $171

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Ryanair
    4h 25m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    9:35 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $117
  • Loganair
    5h 40m
    0
    11:15 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    4:55 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from $353
  • BA CityFlyer
    5h 50m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    3:50 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    BA CityFlyer
    Economy
    from $442
  • British Airways
    7h 40m
    0
    3:05 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:45 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from $93

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • British Airways
    3h 35m
    0
    7:05 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:40 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from $122
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 0m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:30 PM
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $178
  • Ryanair
    4h 35m
    0
    7:50 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:25 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $68
  • BA CityFlyer
    10h 35m
    0
    12:05 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:40 PM
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    0
    BA CityFlyer
    Economy
    from $196
  • Fastest Trains Sunday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    5h 2m
    0
    11:30 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    4:32 PM
    Wigan
    Wallgate Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $88
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    5h 2m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    2:32 PM
    Wigan
    Wallgate Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $130
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    5h 2m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    3:32 PM
    Wigan
    Wallgate Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $130
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 10 connections between 4 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 $38 with a Flight from Ryanair.

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 EasyJet Airline: you will get to Wigan in just 2h 40m.

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 Ryanair, Eastern Air Lines (2011) and EasyJet Airline, 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 Ryanair, Eastern Air Lines (2011) and EasyJet Airline. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: London North Eastern Railway (LNER)

Airlines: Ryanair, Eastern Air Lines (2011), EasyJet Airline and 6 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 10 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 $38 by taking a Flight from Ryanair.

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 40m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

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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