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

The cheapest way to get from Dalkeith to Forfar is to line 3 bus and bus via Hebrides Drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 3h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dalkeith to Forfar is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Dalkeith and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Dalkeith to Forfar. However, there are services departing from South Street and arriving at Lidl via George Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Dalkeith to Forfar?

The distance between Dalkeith and Forfar is 81 miles. The road distance is 77.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dalkeith to Forfar without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 3m and costs .

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

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

Where do I catch the Dalkeith to Forfar bus from?

Dalkeith to Forfar bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from South Street station.

Where does the Dalkeith to Forfar bus arrive?

Dalkeith to Forfar bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Princes Street station.

Can I drive from Dalkeith to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Dalkeith to Forfar is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Dalkeith to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 474+ hotels available in Forfar.

Dalkeith to Forfar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 3 bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to DundeeEdinburgh - Dundee / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to LidlE1
3h 3m
Line 3 bus, bus via Hebrides Drive
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Street to Shandwick Place3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Hebrides DriveM92
3h 38m
£16–22
Line 3 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from South Street to Princes Street3 / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to LidlE1
3h 33m
Drive 76.9 mi
1. Drive from Dalkeith to Forfar76.9 mi
1h 29m
£20–28

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 80.5 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a bus from South Street to Lidl via Princes Street and George Street in around 3h 33m.

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