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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Forfar is to bus which costs £40 - £90 and takes 12h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Forfar is to fly and train which takes 5h 54m and costs £40 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Cross via Shudehill Interchange, Buchanan Bus Station and Hebrides Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 16m.

How far is it from Bristol to Forfar?

The distance between Bristol and Forfar is 392 miles. The road distance is 437.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Forfar without a car is to train which takes 9h 4m and costs £140 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Bristol to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Forfar bus from?

Bristol to Forfar bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Forfar?

The best way to get from Bristol to Forfar is to train which takes 9h 4m and costs £140 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 12h 16m.

Where does the Bristol to Forfar bus arrive?

Bristol to Forfar bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Forfar is 437 miles. It takes approximately 7h 17m to drive from Bristol to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 474+ hotels available in Forfar.

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

There are 11 ways to get from Bristol to Forfar by plane, bus, train, 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.

Fly Bristol Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Malmaison
5h 2m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hebrides DriveM9
12h 16m
£41–90
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Wolverhampton
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Dundee
9h 4m
£142–280
Drive 434.7 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Forfar434.7 mi
7h 17m
£109–157
Fly Bristol Airport to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BRS - ABZ
2. Take the bus from Adelphi to Lidl
5h 6m
Fly Bristol Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundee
5h 54m
£45–155
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Malmaison
6h 9m
Train to Cardiff Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Malmaison
7h 9m
Fly Bristol Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundee
7h 12m
£58–274
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh WaverleyPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to LidlE1
9h 24m
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station183 / ...
3. Take the bus from George Street to LidlE1
14h 23m

Bristol to Forfar by train and bus

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9h 4mAverage Duration

£142Cheapest Price

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Distance: 390.2 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Lidl via Wolverhampton, Haymarket, Dundee, and Railway Station in around 9h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to The Cross via Shudehill Interchange, Buchanan Bus Station, and Hebrides Drive in around 12h 16m.

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