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

The cheapest way to get from Alnwick to Forfar is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 5h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alnwick to Forfar is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Alnwick and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Alnwick to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Retail Park and arriving at The Cross via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Alnwick and Forfar?

No, there is no direct train from Alnwick to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Alnmouth and arriving at Dundee via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Alnwick to Forfar?

The distance between Alnwick and Forfar is 166 miles. The road distance is 150.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alnwick to Forfar without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Alnwick to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alnwick to Forfar bus from?

Alnwick to Forfar bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Retail Park station.

Where do I catch the Alnwick to Forfar train from?

Alnwick to Forfar train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Alnmouth station.

Train or bus from Alnwick to Forfar?

The best way to get from Alnwick to Forfar is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Seagate Bus Station, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Alnwick to Forfar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Alnwick to Forfar train arrive?

Alnwick to Forfar train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Alnwick to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Alnwick to Forfar is 151 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Alnwick to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 531+ hotels available in Forfar.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Birmingham New Street - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
4h 7m
£55–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Retail Park to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 591
2. Take the bus from George Street to Forfarbus Ember
5h 19m
£24–37
Bus via Seagate Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Retail Park to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 591
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M92
5h 8m
£30–52
Drive 149.7 mi
1. Drive from Alnwick to Forfarcar 149.7 mi
3h 3m
£37–54

Alnwick to Forfar by bus

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Distance: 165.2 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a vehicle from Alnwick to Forfar via Alnmouth, Edinburgh Waverley, Dundee, and Dundee station in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Retail Park to The Cross via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station in around 5h 8m.

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