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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Forfar is to bus which costs £17 - £25 and takes 3h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Forfar is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Elgin station and arriving at Forfar via Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Forfar?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Dundee via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Elgin to Forfar?

The distance between Elgin and Forfar is 143 miles. The road distance is 99.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Forfar without a car is to train and line 27 bus which takes 3h 23m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Elgin to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Forfar bus from?

Elgin to Forfar bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Elgin station.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Forfar train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Forfar?

The best way to get from Elgin to Forfar is to bus which takes 3h 53m and costs £17 - £25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £120 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Elgin to Forfar bus arrive?

Elgin to Forfar bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aberdeen Union Street station.

Where does the Elgin to Forfar train arrive?

Elgin to Forfar train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Forfar is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Elgin to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 539+ hotels available in Forfar.

Elgin to Forfar - 5 ways to travel via train, line 27 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 27 bus
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Arbroathtrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to St John's Churchbus 27
3h 23m
£57–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Forfarbus Ember
3h 53m
£17–25
Drive 99.2 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Forfarcar 99.2 mi
2h 8m
£25–36
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Forfarbus Ember
3h 25m
£37–65
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Dundeetrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
4h 11m
£55–116

Elgin to Forfar by train and bus

6Weekly Services

3h 23mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142.4 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Elgin station to Forfar via Aberdeen Union Street in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Elgin to Forfar via Aberdeen, Dundee, and Dundee station in around 4h 11m.

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