Newcastle under Lyme to Wigan by train
Wigan lies 66 km (41 mi) north-west of Newcastle under Lyme, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 38 min at the speeds typical of United Kingdom rail, over roughly 81 km (50 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Newcastle under Lyme | Wigan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 127,727 | 175,405 |
| Elevation | 160 m (525 ft) | 32 m (105 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Stations on record | Newcastle-under-Lyme railway station, Liverpool Road Halt railway station | Wigan Darlington Street railway station |
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Common questions
How far is Wigan from Newcastle under Lyme?
66 km (41 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Newcastle under Lyme; by road roughly 81 km (50 mi).
How long does it take to get from Newcastle under Lyme to Wigan by train?
About 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Newcastle under Lyme and Wigan?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.