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

The cheapest way to get from Glenrothes to Forfar is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Glenrothes to Forfar is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Glenrothes and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Glenrothes station to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Cross via Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Glenrothes to Forfar?

The distance between Glenrothes and Forfar is 40 miles. The road distance is 37.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glenrothes to Forfar without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 10m and costs £13 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Glenrothes to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glenrothes to Forfar bus from?

Glenrothes to Forfar bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Glenrothes to Forfar bus arrive?

Glenrothes to Forfar bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Glenrothes to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Glenrothes to Forfar is 38 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Glenrothes to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 530+ hotels available in Forfar.

Glenrothes to Forfar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Glenrothes to Forfar by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Morrisons Supermarket to Railway Stationbus X59 / ...
2. Take the train from Cupar to Dundeetrain
3. Take the bus from Dundee station to Forfarbus
2h 10m
£14–23
Drive 37.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Glenrothes to Forfarcar 37.6 mi
46 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Glenrothes to Forfartaxi 37.6 mi
46 min
£160–200
Bus, line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 40
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to The Crossbus 21B / ...
2h 12m
£11–15

Glenrothes to Forfar by bus and train

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2h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 40.2 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to The Cross via Seagate Bus Station in around 2h 12m.

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