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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Forfar is to bus via Overgate which costs £21 - £40 and takes 4h 15m.

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 22m 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 Forfar via Buchanan Bus Station and Dundee station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Forfar?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Dundee via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

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 4h 11m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m 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.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Forfar train from?

Ayr to Forfar train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.

Train or bus from Ayr to Forfar?

The best way to get from Ayr to Forfar is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Overgate, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Ayr to Forfar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ayr to Forfar train arrive?

Ayr to Forfar train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ayr to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Forfar is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Ayr to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 549+ hotels available in Forfar.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
4h 11m
£59–114
Bus via Overgate
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
4h 15m
£22–40
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
4h 20m
£46–91
Drive 123.3 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Forfarcar 123.3 mi
2h 22m
£30–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hebrides Drivebus M9
4h 27m

Ayr to Forfar by train, foot, and bus

147Weekly Services

4h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 138 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Ayr to Forfar via Glasgow Central, West Nile Street, George Square, Glasgow Queen Street, Dundee, and Dundee station in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Forfar via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Dundee station in around 4h 15m.

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