The average bus between Elgin and Forfar takes 4h 37m and the fastest bus takes 3h 56m. There is a bus service every few hours from Elgin to Forfar. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run hourly between Elgin and Forfar. The earliest departure is at 3:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Elgin is at 6:27 PM which arrives into Forfar at 10:48 PM. All services require a transfer at Aberdeen Union Street and take an average of 4h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Elgin to Forfar? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Elgin station and arriving at Forfar station via Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.
Elgin to Forfar bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Elgin station.
Elgin to Forfar bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Mill O Mains station.
The distance between Elgin and Forfar is 114.7 km. The road distance is 231 km.
You can take a bus from Elgin station to The Cross via Aberdeen Union Street, Union Square Bus Station, Mill O Mains, and Hebrides Drive in around 4h 9m.