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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Forfar is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Forfar is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at The Cross via Buchanan Bus Station and Hebrides Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Forfar?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Dundee via Carlisle and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Forfar?

The distance between Dumfries and Forfar is 205 miles. The road distance is 140 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Forfar without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 19m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Dumfries to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Forfar bus from?

Dumfries to Forfar bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Court station.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Forfar train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Forfar?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Forfar is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 19m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Dumfries to Forfar bus arrive?

Dumfries to Forfar bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Dumfries to Forfar train arrive?

Dumfries to Forfar train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Forfar is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Dumfries to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 539+ hotels available in Forfar.

Dumfries to Forfar - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Dumfries to Forfar by train, bus, or car

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Dundeetrain
5h 19m
£73–138
Drive 139.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Forfarcar 139.2 mi
2h 45m
£35–50
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Court to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hebrides Drivebus M9
5h 30m
£39–54
Train
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
5h 20m
£50–97
Bus
1. Take the bus from Court to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Forfarbus Ember
6h
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Court to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk092 / ...
6h 3m

Dumfries to Forfar by train and bus

106Weekly Services

5h 19mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 203.9 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Forfar via Carlisle, Haymarket, Dundee, and Dundee station in around 5h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Court to The Cross via Buchanan Bus Station and Hebrides Drive in around 5h 30m.

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