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 £25 - £40 and takes 2h 6m.

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 6m and costs £25 - £40.

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 Lidl via Adelphi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

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 via Aberdeen which takes 3h 14m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m 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 41m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £60 and takes 3h 49m.

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 6m to drive from Elgin to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 475+ hotels available in Forfar.

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

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 via Aberdeen
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeen
2. Take the bus from Adelphi to LidlE1
3h 14m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to DundeeAberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
3h 49m
£15–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus StationM96
2. Take the bus from Adelphi to LidlE1
3h 41m
Drive 99.2 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Forfar99.2 mi
2h 6m
£25–36
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Elgin to ArbroathInverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to St John's Church27
3h 28m
£35–75

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 123 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Lidl via Union Square Bus Station and Adelphi in around 3h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Elgin to Lidl via Aberdeen, Dundee, and Railway Station in around 3h 49m.

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