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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Forfar is to bus which costs £8 - £12 and takes 1h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Forfar is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Forfar?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aberdeen Union Street and arriving at Forfar. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Forfar?

The distance between Aberdeen and Forfar is 53 miles. The road distance is 50.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Forfar without a car is to bus which takes 1h 13m and costs £8 - £12.

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

The bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Forfar takes 1h 13m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Forfar bus from?

Aberdeen to Forfar bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Aberdeen Union Street station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Forfar bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Forfar is 51 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Aberdeen to Forfar.

How do I get a bus ticket from Aberdeen to Forfar?

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Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 535+ hotels available in Forfar.

Aberdeen to Forfar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 27 bus

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Forfarbus Ember
1h 13m
£8–12
Drive 50.4 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Forfarcar 50.4 mi
57 min
£13–18
Train, line 27 bus
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Arbroathtrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to St John's Churchbus 27
1h 45m
£22–48
Bus, line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Mill O Mainsbus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hebrides Drive to The Crossbus 21B / ...
1h 48m
£13–28

Aberdeen to Forfar by bus

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1h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 52.3 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

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

Ember operates a bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Forfar 3 times a day. Tickets cost £8–12 and the journey takes 1h 13m.

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