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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Forfar is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 9h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Forfar is to drive which takes 5h 39m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Interchange/E2 and arriving at Forfar via George Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Forfar?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Dundee via Doncaster and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Forfar?

The distance between Sheffield and Forfar is 328 miles. The road distance is 297.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Forfar without a car is to train via Doncaster which takes 6h 38m and costs £70 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Sheffield to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Forfar bus from?

Sheffield to Forfar bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sheffield Interchange/E2 station.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Forfar train from?

Sheffield to Forfar train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Doncaster station.

Train or bus from Sheffield to Forfar?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Forfar is to train via Doncaster which takes 6h 38m and costs £70 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus via Edinburgh, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 9h 26m.

Where does the Sheffield to Forfar bus arrive?

Sheffield to Forfar bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Sheffield to Forfar train arrive?

Sheffield to Forfar train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Forfar is 297 miles. It takes approximately 5h 39m to drive from Sheffield to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 537+ hotels available in Forfar.

Sheffield to Forfar - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Sheffield to Forfar by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Doncaster
best
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
6h 38m
£72–218
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Overgatebus Ukn11
9h 48m
£37–60
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 180
2. Take the bus from George Street to Forfarbus Ember
9h 26m
£43–70
Drive 295.7 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Forfarcar 295.7 mi
5h 39m
£74–106
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane MAN - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Forfarbus
5h 59m
£103–253
Train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
6h 43m
£135–219
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
3. Take the bus from Terminal to Malmaisonbus
5h 57m
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BHX - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Forfarbus
6h 11m
£118–285
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain
6h 54m
£98–202

Sheffield to Forfar by train, foot, and bus

153Weekly Services

6h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 326 mi
Duration: 6h 38m

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to The Cross via Doncaster, Edinburgh Waverley, Dundee, and Forum Centre in around 6h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Forfar via Edinburgh, Bus Station and George Street in around 9h 26m.

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