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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Forfar is to bus via Glasgow which costs £24 - £40 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Forfar is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Buccleuch Street and arriving at Forfar via Buchanan Bus Station and Dundee station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Forfar?

The distance between Dumfries and Forfar is 179 miles. The road distance is 140 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Forfar without a car is to bus via Glasgow which takes 5h 18m and costs £24 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Dumfries to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Forfar bus from?

Dumfries to Forfar bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Buccleuch Street station.

Train or bus from Dumfries to Forfar?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Forfar is to bus via Glasgow which takes 5h 18m and costs £24 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £100 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Dumfries to Forfar bus arrive?

Dumfries to Forfar bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Forfar is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Dumfries to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 430+ hotels available in Forfar.

Dumfries to Forfar - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Dumfries to Forfar by bus, train, or car

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Bus via Glasgow
best
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
5h 18m
£24–38
Train
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
5h 18m
£48–98
Drive 139.2 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Forfarcar 139.2 mi
2h 44m
£35–50
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Dundeetrain
5h 22m
£66–144
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Forfarbus Ember
6h 4m
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M8
6h 7m

Dumfries to Forfar by bus and foot

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5h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 178.1 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Buccleuch Street to Forfar via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Dundee station in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Academy Street to Forfar via Crown Inn, Lockerbie, Haymarket, Dundee, and Dundee station in around 5h 18m.

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