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

The cheapest way to get from Forfar to Alness is to bus via Aberdeen which costs £26 - £40 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forfar to Alness is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Forfar and Alness?

No, there is no direct bus from Forfar to Alness. However, there are services departing from Forfar and arriving at Library via Aberdeen Union Street and Bus Station Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Forfar to Alness?

The distance between Forfar and Alness is 182 miles. The road distance is 141.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forfar to Alness without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 12m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Forfar to Alness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forfar to Alness bus from?

Forfar to Alness bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Forfar station.

Train or bus from Forfar to Alness?

The best way to get from Forfar to Alness is to bus via Aberdeen which takes 6h 15m and costs £26 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £150 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Forfar to Alness bus arrive?

Forfar to Alness bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aberdeen Union Street station.

Can I drive from Forfar to Alness?

Yes, the driving distance between Forfar to Alness is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Forfar to Alness.

Where can I stay near Alness?

There are 943+ hotels available in Alness.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Forfar to Alness by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Forfar to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
5h 12m
£59–104
Bus via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forfar to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
6h 15m
£26–37
Drive 141 mi
1. Drive from Forfar to Alnesscar 141 mi
2h 55m
£35–51
Train
1. Take the train from Arbroath to Invernesstrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
6h 20m
£80–143
Train via Perth
1. Take the train from Perth to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Alnesstrain Inverness - Wick / ...
6h 36m
£50–141
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Mill Streetbus 16 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093 / ...
7h 6m
£32–48

Forfar to Alness by bus

112Weekly Buses

6h 15mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Forfar to Alness.

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Distance: 181.2 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Forfar to Library via Aberdeen Union Street, Inverness Union Street, and Bus Station Stance 2 in around 6h 15m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Arbroath to Inverness twice daily. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 3h 16m.

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