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

The cheapest way to get from Dornoch to Forfar is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dornoch to Forfar is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Dornoch and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Dornoch to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Cathedral Square and arriving at The Cross via Bus Station Stance 3, Park and Ride and Forum Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Dornoch to Forfar?

The distance between Dornoch and Forfar is 194 miles. The road distance is 163.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dornoch to Forfar without a car is to bus which takes 5h 19m and costs £21 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Dornoch to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dornoch to Forfar bus from?

Dornoch to Forfar bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Cathedral Square station.

Where does the Dornoch to Forfar bus arrive?

Dornoch to Forfar bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from Dornoch to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Dornoch to Forfar is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Dornoch to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 530+ hotels available in Forfar.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cathedral Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Park and Ridebus Uk093 / ...
5h 19m
£21–33
Bus, train via Perth
1. Take the bus from Cathedral Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the train from Inverness to Perthtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
6h
£38–96
Drive 162.2 mi
1. Drive from Dornoch to Forfarcar 162.2 mi
3h 24m
£40–58
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cathedral Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the train from Inverness to Arbroathtrain Inverness - Edinburgh
6h 20m
£67–119
Bus via Perth
1. Take the bus from Dornoch to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Perth stationbus Ember
6h 47m
£28–43

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Distance: 193.4 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Cathedral Square to The Cross via Bus Station Stance 3, Park and Ride, Overgate, and Forum Centre in around 5h 19m.

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