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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Forfar is to bus via Galashiels which costs £22 - £35 and takes 7h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Forfar is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Cross via Buchanan Bus Station and Hebrides Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Forfar?

The distance between Carlisle and Forfar is 172 miles. The road distance is 160.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Forfar without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £25 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Carlisle to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Forfar bus from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Forfar?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Forfar is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £25 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £50 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Carlisle to Forfar bus arrive?

Carlisle to Forfar bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Forfar is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Carlisle to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 472+ hotels available in Forfar.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Carlisle 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 Carlisle to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to DundeeEdinburgh - Dundee / ...
3h 39m
£25–126
Bus via Galashiels
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market Hall to Galashiels Transport InterchangeX95
2. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus StationX62 / ...
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh Bus Station Gate F-Stance 11 to Dundee Seagate Bus Station
7h 24m
£23–33
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to LidlE1
3h 45m
Drive 159.4 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Forfar159.4 mi
2h 56m
£40–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hebrides DriveM9
4h 49m
£25–46

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Map of how to get from Carlisle to Forfar.

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Distance: 170.6 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Lidl via Haymarket, Dundee, and Railway Station in around 3h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to The Cross via Buchanan Bus Station and Hebrides Drive in around 4h 49m.

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