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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Forfar is to bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Forfar is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Old Pier and arriving at Lidl via Stena Terminal, Buchanan Bus Station and Hebrides Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Forfar?

The distance between Cairnryan and Forfar is 178 miles. The road distance is 167.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Forfar without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 59m and costs £28 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Cairnryan to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Forfar bus from?

Cairnryan to Forfar bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Stena Terminal station.

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Forfar?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Forfar is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Forfar bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Forfar bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Forfar is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Cairnryan to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 482+ hotels available in Forfar.

Cairnryan to Forfar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to DundeeGlasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
4h 59m
£29–74
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hebrides DriveM9
5h 27m
£23–35
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundee
6h 44m
£41–88
Drive 166.2 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Forfar166.2 mi
3h 13m
£41–59

Cairnryan to Forfar by bus, foot, and train

124Weekly Services

4h 59mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.4 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Lidl via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Dundee, and Railway Station in around 6h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Pier to Lidl via Stena Terminal, Buchanan Bus Station, and Hebrides Drive in around 5h 27m.

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