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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Forfar is to bus which costs £27 - £75 and takes 8h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Forfar is to drive which takes 4h 39m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Wigan and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Wigan to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Grand Arcade and arriving at The Cross via Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station and Hebrides Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

How far is it from Wigan to Forfar?

The distance between Wigan and Forfar is 304 miles. The road distance is 266.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Forfar without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 5h 39m and costs £30 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Wigan to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Forfar bus from?

Wigan to Forfar bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Wigan to Forfar?

The best way to get from Wigan to Forfar is to train via Glasgow which takes 5h 39m and costs £30 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £75 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Wigan to Forfar bus arrive?

Wigan to Forfar bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Forfar is 267 miles. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Wigan to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 471+ hotels available in Forfar.

Wigan to Forfar - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Wigan to Forfar by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Glasgow CentralLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to DundeeGlasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
5h 39m
£33–168
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationUk030
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hebrides DriveM9
8h 35m
£27–70
Drive 265 mi
1. Drive from Wigan to Forfar265 mi
4h 39m
£67–96
Fly Manchester Airport to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)MAN - ABZ
2. Take the bus from Adelphi to Lidl
5h 48m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to LidlE1
6h 6m
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to PerthLondon Euston - Inverness
7h 47m
£77–176
Fly Liverpool to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LPL - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Malmaison
7h 22m
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Malmaison
6h 30m
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BHX - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Adelphi to Lidl
6h 28m
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundee
7h 22m
£51–200

Wigan to Forfar by train, foot, and bus

159Weekly Services

5h 39mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 302.5 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

What companies run services between Wigan, England and Forfar, Scotland?

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Lidl via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Dundee, and Railway Station in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Arcade to The Cross via Arrival Stand, Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Hebrides Drive in around 8h 35m.

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