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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Wigan is to bus which costs £28 - £65 and takes 4h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Wigan is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £60 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Wigan station. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Railway Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Wigan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Wigan North Western. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Wigan?

The distance between Glasgow and Wigan is 207 miles. The road distance is 201.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Wigan without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £60 - £110.

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

The train from Glasgow Central to Wigan North Western takes 2h 36m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Wigan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Wigan train from?

Glasgow to Wigan train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Wigan?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Wigan is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 4h 18m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £180 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Glasgow to Wigan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Glasgow to Wigan train arrive?

Glasgow to Wigan train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Wigan is 201 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Glasgow to Wigan.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Glasgow to Wigan?

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Where can I stay near Wigan?

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There are 6 ways to get from Glasgow to Wigan by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Wigan North Westerntrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 36m
£60–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk030
4h 18m
£29–60
Drive 199.9 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Wigancar 199.9 mi
3h 24m
£50–72
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
5h 37m
£57–174
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
5h 34m
£61–173
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
5h 58m
£70–188

Glasgow to Wigan by train

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Distance: 205.5 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Wigan North Western hourly. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 36m. TransPennine Express also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £21–35 and the journey takes 3h 50m. National Express also services this route twice daily.

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