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Wigan to Orkney

Updated: March 14, 2024 04:50 AM
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Wigan to Orkney

Language

The official languages of Wigan and Orkney are English and Scots.

Currency

The official currency of Wigan and Orkney is the British pound sterling (£).

Distance

The distance between Wigan and Orkney is approximately 420 miles (675 kilometers).

How to Reach

There are a few different ways to get from Wigan to Orkney.

  • By plane: The fastest way to get from Wigan to Orkney is to fly. There are direct flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Kirkwall Airport (KOI) on Loganair. The flight takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • By train and ferry: You can also take a train from Wigan to Inverness, and then take a ferry from Inverness to Kirkwall. The train journey takes about 5 hours, and the ferry journey takes about 3 hours.
  • By bus and ferry: You can also take a bus from Wigan to Inverness, and then take a ferry from Inverness to Kirkwall. The bus journey takes about 7 hours, and the ferry journey takes about 3 hours.

Expenses

The cost of getting from Wigan to Orkney will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose.

  • By plane: The cost of a plane ticket from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Kirkwall Airport (KOI) on Loganair starts at £75.
  • By train and ferry: The cost of a train ticket from Wigan to Inverness starts at £50. The cost of a ferry ticket from Inverness to Kirkwall starts at £30.
  • By bus and ferry: The cost of a bus ticket from Wigan to Inverness starts at £25. The cost of a ferry ticket from Inverness to Kirkwall starts at £30.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Orkney is during the summer months (June to August), when the weather is mild and the days are long.

What to Eat

Orkney is known for its seafood, so be sure to try some of the local specialties, such as smoked salmon, haddock, and scallops.

Where to Go

There are many things to see and do in Orkney, including visiting the Neolithic village of Skara Brae, the Standing Stones of Stenness, and the Ring of Brodgar.

FAQs

  • What is the population of Orkney?
  • The population of Orkney is approximately 21,000.
  • What is the main industry in Orkney?
  • The main industry in Orkney is agriculture.
  • What is the capital of Orkney?
  • The capital of Orkney is Kirkwall.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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