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

The cheapest way to get from Coatbridge to Forfar is to bus via Buchanan Bus Station which costs £15 - £24 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coatbridge to Forfar is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Coatbridge and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Coatbridge to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Bus Stance and arriving at The Cross via Buchanan Bus Station and Forum Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Coatbridge and Forfar?

No, there is no direct train from Coatbridge to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Coatbridge Sunnyside and arriving at Dundee via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Coatbridge to Forfar?

The distance between Coatbridge and Forfar is 108 miles. The road distance is 84 miles.

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

The best way to get from Coatbridge to Forfar without a car is to bus via Buchanan Bus Station which takes 3h 26m and costs £15 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Coatbridge to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coatbridge to Forfar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Coatbridge to Forfar train from?

Coatbridge to Forfar train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Coatbridge Sunnyside station.

Train or bus from Coatbridge to Forfar?

The best way to get from Coatbridge to Forfar is to bus via Buchanan Bus Station which takes 3h 26m and costs £15 - £24. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Coatbridge to Forfar bus arrive?

Coatbridge to Forfar bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Overgate station.

Where does the Coatbridge to Forfar train arrive?

Coatbridge to Forfar train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Coatbridge to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Coatbridge to Forfar is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Coatbridge to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 537+ hotels available in Forfar.

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There are 5 ways to get from Coatbridge to Forfar by bus, train, or car

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Bus via Buchanan Bus Station
best
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
3h 26m
£15–24
Train
1. Take the train from Coatbridge Sunnyside to Haymarkettrain Dalmuir - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
3h 45m
£36–67
Drive 83.6 mi
1. Drive from Coatbridge to Forfarcar 83.6 mi
1h 37m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Town Centre stances to Seagate Bus Stationbus M8 / ...
3h 58m
£17–33
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Coatbridge Sunnyside to Haymarkettrain Dalmuir - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Haymarket to Forfarbus Ember
4h 5m
£23–36

Coatbridge to Forfar by bus and foot

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Distance: 107.6 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Coatbridge, Scotland and Forfar, Scotland?

FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgate every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £9–14 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Coatbridge Sunnyside to The Cross via Haymarket, Dundee, and Forum Centre in around 3h 45m.

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