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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Forfar is to bus via Seagate Bus Station which costs £18 - £28 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Forfar is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at The Cross via Buchanan Bus Station and Hebrides Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Ayr to Forfar?

The distance between Ayr and Forfar is 139 miles. The road distance is 124 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Forfar without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £21 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Ayr to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Forfar bus from?

Ayr to Forfar bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Ayr Bus Station.

Train or bus from Ayr to Forfar?

The best way to get from Ayr to Forfar is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £21 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Ayr to Forfar bus arrive?

Ayr to Forfar bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ayr to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Forfar is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Ayr to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 477+ hotels available in Forfar.

Ayr to Forfar - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ayr to Forfar by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to DundeeGlasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
3h 55m
£21–70
Bus via Seagate Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 to Dundee Seagate Bus Stationmegabus M9 / ...
3h 58m
£19–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hebrides DriveM9
3h 58m
£23–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bath StreetX77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to DundeeGlasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
4h 4m
£21–63
Drive 123.3 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Forfar123.3 mi
2h 21m
£31–45

Ayr to Forfar by train, foot, and bus

177Weekly Services

3h 55mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 138 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Lidl via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Dundee, and Railway Station in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to The Cross via Buchanan Bus Station and Hebrides Drive in around 3h 58m.

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