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

The cheapest way to get from Forfar to Durham is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 7h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forfar to Durham is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Forfar and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Forfar to Durham station. However, there are services departing from Council Offices and arriving at Bus Station Stand H via Overgate and Eldon Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Forfar and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Forfar to Durham. However, there are services departing from Dundee and arriving at Durham via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Forfar to Durham?

The distance between Forfar and Durham is 211 miles. The road distance is 189.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forfar to Durham without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 48m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Forfar to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forfar to Durham bus from?

Forfar to Durham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Overgate station.

Where do I catch the Forfar to Durham train from?

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

Train or bus from Forfar to Durham?

The best way to get from Forfar to Durham is to train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 48m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Forfar to Durham bus arrive?

Forfar to Durham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Forfar to Durham train arrive?

Forfar to Durham train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Forfar to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Forfar to Durham is 190 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Forfar to Durham.

Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1838+ hotels available in Durham.

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain Edinburgh - Birmingham New Street / ...
4h 48m
£67–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Overgate to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11
7h 17m
£21–35
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Forfar to George Streetbus Ember
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain Edinburgh - Birmingham New Street / ...
5h 22m
£55–114
Drive 188.7 mi
1. Drive from Forfar to Durhamcar 188.7 mi
3h 49m
£46–67
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Forfar to Edinburgh Airportbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Newcastle (NCL)plane EDI - NCL
6h 43m
£46–187
Train
1. Take the train from Arbroath to Durhamtrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross / ...
5h 31m
£75–167

Forfar to Durham by bus, foot, and train

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4h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 209.6 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Forfar, Scotland and Durham, England?

You can take a bus from Forfar to Durham via Dundee Slessor Gardens, Dundee, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 4h 48m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Overgate to John Dobson Street every 4 hours. Tickets cost £17–29 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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