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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Forfar is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Forfar is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Forfar via Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Elgin to Forfar?

The distance between Elgin and Forfar is 124 miles. The road distance is 99.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Forfar without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 26m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Elgin to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Forfar bus from?

Elgin to Forfar bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Elgin to Forfar?

The best way to get from Elgin to Forfar is to bus which takes 3h 53m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £60 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Elgin to Forfar bus arrive?

Elgin to Forfar bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Forfar is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Elgin to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 471+ hotels available in Forfar.

Elgin to Forfar - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 27 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Elgin 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 Elgin to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Forfarbus Ember
3h 26m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Dundeetrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
4h 5m
£15–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Forfarbus Ember
3h 53m
Drive 99.2 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Forfarcar 99.2 mi
2h 7m
£25–36
Train, line 27 bus
1. Take the train from Elgin to Arbroathtrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to St John's Churchbus 27
3h 29m
£35–75

Elgin to Forfar by train and bus

6Weekly Services

3h 29mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 122.8 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Forfar via Union Square Bus Station and Aberdeen Union Street in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Elgin to Forfar via Aberdeen, Dundee, and Dundee station in around 4h 5m.

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