What is the cheapest way to get from Garforth to Wigan?

The cheapest way to get from Garforth to Wigan is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Garforth to Wigan is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct train between Garforth and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Garforth to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Garforth and arriving at Wigan North Western via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Garforth to Wigan?

The distance between Garforth and Wigan is 84 miles. The road distance is 64.9 miles.

How do I travel from Garforth to Wigan without a car?

The best way to get from Garforth to Wigan without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £13 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Garforth to Wigan?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Garforth to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Garforth to Wigan bus from?

Garforth to Wigan bus services, operated by First Leeds, depart from Beech Grove Terrace station.

Where do I catch the Garforth to Wigan train from?

Garforth to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Garforth station.

Train or bus from Garforth to Wigan?

The best way to get from Garforth to Wigan is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £13 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus and line 8 bus and line 609 bus, which costs and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Garforth to Wigan bus arrive?

Garforth to Wigan bus services, operated by First Leeds, arrive at Cultural H station.

Where does the Garforth to Wigan train arrive?

Garforth to Wigan train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Garforth to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Garforth to Wigan is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Garforth to Wigan.

How do I get a train ticket from Garforth to Wigan?

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Garforth to Wigan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 8 bus

Q: Is there a direct bus between Garforth and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Garforth to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Beech Grove Terrace and arriving at College Avenue via Leeds City Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Salford Crescent Rail Station and Leigh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

There are 4 ways to get from Garforth to Wigan by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Garforth to PrestonYork - Blackpool North / ...
2h 19m
£13–90
Line 163 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Grange Avenue to City Square H163
2. Take the train from Leeds to Wigan WallgateLeeds - Wigan Wallgate
4h 10m
£12–43
Bus, line 8 bus, line 609 bus
1. Take the bus from Beech Grove Terrace to Cultural H19 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Salford Crescent Rail Station8 / ...
4. Take the bus from Salford Crescent Rail Station to Leigh Bus StationV1 / ...
5. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station to College Avenue609
3h 46m
Drive 64.5 mi
1. Drive from Garforth to Wigan64.5 mi
1h 12m
£16–24

Garforth to Wigan by train

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2h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 83.2 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Garforth, England and Wigan, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Garforth to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £11–15 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Beech Grove Terrace to College Avenue via Leeds City Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Salford Crescent Rail Station, and Leigh Bus Station in around 3h 46m.

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