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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Forfar is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 5h 14m.

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 58m and costs £40 - £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 Halston Hotel and arriving at The Cross via Buchanan Bus Station and Forum Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Forfar?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Dundee via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

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 via Edinburgh which takes 4h 12m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m 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 Halston Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Forfar train from?

Carlisle to Forfar train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Forfar?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Forfar is to train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 12m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Carlisle to Forfar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Forfar train arrive?

Carlisle to Forfar train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Forfar is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Carlisle to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 529+ hotels available in Forfar.

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There are 5 ways to get from Carlisle to Forfar by train, bus, or car

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
4h 12m
£53–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
5h 14m
£24–38
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Haymarket to Forfarbus Ember
4h 32m
£39–66
Drive 159.4 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Forfarcar 159.4 mi
2h 58m
£41–58
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Dundeetrain London Euston - Inverness
4h 25m
£40–55

Carlisle to Forfar by train and bus

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4h 12mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.9 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Halston Hotel to The Cross via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Forum Centre in around 5h 14m.

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