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

The cheapest way to get from Coatbridge to Forfar is to bus via Buchanan Bus Station which costs £17 - £26 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coatbridge to Forfar is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Coatbridge and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Coatbridge to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Bus Stance and arriving at The Cross via Buchanan Bus Station and Hebrides Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Coatbridge to Forfar?

The distance between Coatbridge and Forfar is 106 miles. The road distance is 83 miles.

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

The best way to get from Coatbridge to Forfar without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 29m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Coatbridge to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coatbridge to Forfar bus from?

Coatbridge to Forfar bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Coatbridge to Forfar bus arrive?

Coatbridge to Forfar bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Hebrides Drive station.

Can I drive from Coatbridge to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Coatbridge to Forfar is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Coatbridge to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 511+ hotels available in Forfar.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Coatbridge 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Forfarbus Ember
3h 29m
£44–80
Bus via Buchanan Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hebrides Drivebus M9
3h 42m
£17–25
Drive 82.5 mi
1. Drive from Coatbridge to Forfarcar 82.5 mi
1h 39m
£21–30
Train, bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Coatbridge Sunnyside to Haymarkettrain Dalmuir - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Haymarket to Forfarbus Ember
4h 1m
£25–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Town Centre stances to Seagate Bus Stationbus M8
4h 30m

Coatbridge to Forfar by train and bus

147Weekly Services

3h 29mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 105.3 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hebrides Drive hourly. Tickets cost £9–14 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Park's of Hamilton also services this route 4 times a day.

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