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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Forfar is to train and fly which costs £50 - £260 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Forfar is to bus and fly which takes 5h 55m and costs £95 - £360.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Lidl via Heathrow Central Bus Station and George Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 1m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Forfar?

The distance between Bournemouth and Forfar is 456 miles. The road distance is 497.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Forfar without a car is to train which takes 10h 50m and costs £190 - £600.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Bournemouth to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Forfar bus from?

Bournemouth to Forfar bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Forfar?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Forfar is to train which takes 10h 50m and costs £190 - £600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 15h 1m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Forfar bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Forfar bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Forfar is 497 miles. It takes approximately 8h 43m to drive from Bournemouth to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 473+ hotels available in Forfar.

Bournemouth to Forfar - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Bournemouth to Forfar by train, plane, 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 to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)SOU - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Malmaison
5h 23m
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)SOU - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundee
6h 15m
£54–255
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Stafford
2. Take the train from Stafford to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Dundee
10h 50m
£195–572
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station
3. Take the bus from George Street to LidlE1
15h 1m
Drive 494.5 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Forfar494.5 mi
8h 43m
£124–179
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Dundee Riverside Airport
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Terminal 5
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Dundee Riverside Airport (DND)LHR - DND
5h 55m
£98–354
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Terminal 5
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Malmaison
6h 43m
Fly Bournemouth Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from Bournemouth Airport (BOH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BOH - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Malmaison
5h 32m
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
4. Take the bus from Airport to Malmaison
8h 1m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the bus from George Street to LidlE1
11h 38m
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Birmingham Coach Station160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station183 / ...
3. Take the bus from George Street to LidlE1
16h 38m

Bournemouth to Forfar by train and bus

37Weekly Services

10h 50mAverage Duration

£195Cheapest Price

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Distance: 452.9 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Lidl via Stafford, Haymarket, Dundee, and Railway Station in around 10h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Lidl via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and George Street in around 15h 1m.

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