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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Forfar is to bus via Glasgow which costs £25 - £40 and takes 5h 9m.

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 57m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at The Cross via Buchanan Bus Station and Hebrides Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

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 53m and costs £35 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m 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 FlixBus, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Forfar?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Forfar is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £35 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £25 - £40 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Carlisle to Forfar bus arrive?

Carlisle to Forfar bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Forfar is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Carlisle to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 500+ 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 Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
3h 53m
£37–186
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market Hall to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
2. Take the bus from George Street to Forfarbus Ember
7h
£8–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Haymarket to Forfarbus Ember
4h 15m
£22–151
Drive 159.4 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Forfarcar 159.4 mi
2h 57m
£39–56
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Glasgowbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hebrides Drivebus M9
5h 9m
£25–38

Carlisle to Forfar by train and bus

102Weekly Services

3h 53mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Carlisle to Forfar.

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Distance: 170.6 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Forfar via Haymarket, Dundee, and Dundee station in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlisle to The Cross via Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, and Hebrides Drive in around 5h 9m.

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