What is the cheapest way to get from Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The cheapest way to get from Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 6h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The fastest way to get from Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Forfar and Newcastle upon Tyne?

No, there is no direct bus from Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne. However, there are services departing from Council Offices and arriving at John Dobson Street via Overgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Forfar and Newcastle upon Tyne?

No, there is no direct train from Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne. However, there are services departing from Dundee and arriving at Newcastle via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The distance between Forfar and Newcastle upon Tyne is 196 miles. The road distance is 176.4 miles.

How do I travel from Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne without a car?

The best way to get from Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 56m and costs £45 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne bus from?

Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Overgate station.

Where do I catch the Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne train from?

Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dundee station.

Train or bus from Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The best way to get from Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 56m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne bus arrive?

Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne train arrive?

Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne?

Yes, the driving distance between Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne.

Where can I stay near Newcastle upon Tyne?

There are 2300+ hotels available in Newcastle upon Tyne.

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There are 5 ways to get from Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne by train, bus, or car

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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 Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 56m
£46–127
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Overgate to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11
6h 6m
£23–36
Drive 175.3 mi
1. Drive from Forfar to Newcastle upon Tynecar 175.3 mi
3h 30m
£44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Cupar to Newcastletrain Aberdeen - Plymouth / ...
4h 50m
£78–122
Line 27 bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Cross to Bus Stationbus 27
2. Take the train from Arbroath to Newcastletrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross / ...
4h 58m
£70–137

Forfar to Newcastle upon Tyne by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 195.2 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Forfar, Scotland and Newcastle upon Tyne, England?

You can take a bus from Forfar South to Newcastle via Dundee Slessor Gardens, Dundee, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Overgate to John Dobson Street every 4 hours. Tickets cost £19–30 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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