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

The cheapest way to get from Forfar to Dundalk is to train and fly and bus which costs €55 - €220 and takes 7h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forfar to Dundalk is to drive and car ferry which takes 6h 28m and costs €95 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Forfar and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct bus from Forfar to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Council Offices and arriving at Dundalk via Mill O Mains, Glasgow Buchanan and Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 58m.

How far is it from Forfar to Dundalk?

The distance between Forfar and Dundalk is 475 km.

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

The best way to get from Forfar to Dundalk without a car is to bus and bus and ferry which takes 11h 58m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Forfar to Dundalk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forfar to Dundalk bus from?

Forfar to Dundalk bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Mill O Mains station.

Where does the Forfar to Dundalk bus arrive?

Forfar to Dundalk bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 246+ hotels available in Dundalk.

Forfar to Dundalk - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and bus and ferry

There are 12 ways to get from Forfar to Dundalk by bus, plane, train, busferry, car ferry, 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 to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Belfast International Airport, train
best
1. Take the bus from Lidl to Ingliston Park & Ride
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Belfast International Airport (BFS)EDI - BFS
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dundalk
6h 45m
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Dublin Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Dublin Airport (DUB)GLA - DUB
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Stapleton Place
7h 47m
€56–211
Bus, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from Mill O Mains to Buchanan Bus StationM9
2. Take the busferry from Glasgow Buchanan to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
3. Take the bus from Belfast Grand Central to Dundalk143 / ...
11h 58m
Train, Bus, car ferry
1. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
3. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
4. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dundalk
13h 1m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Forfar to Cairnryan
2. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
3. Drive from Belfast to Dundalk
6h 28m
€97–271
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Dublin Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Lidl to Ingliston Park & Ride
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Dublin Airport (DUB)EDI - DUB
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Stapleton Place
6h 30m
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to George Best Belfast City Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Lidl to Ingliston Park & Ride
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)EDI - BHD
3. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dundalk
6h 36m
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Dublin Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Lidl to Adelphi
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Dublin Airport (DUB)ABZ - DUB
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Stapleton Place
6h 52m
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Belfast International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Belfast International Airport (BFS)GLA - BFS
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dundalk
8h 1m
€67–193
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to George Best Belfast City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)GLA - BHD
3. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dundalk
7h 47m
€68–231
Bus, bus and ferry, train
1. Take the bus from Overgate to Buchanan Bus Station
2. Take the busferry from Glasgow Buchanan to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
3. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dundalk
12h 1m
Train, bus and ferry
1. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the busferry from Glasgow Buchanan to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
3. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dundalk
12h 18m

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Belfast International Airport (BFS) flights

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Distance: 475.4 km
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Forfar, Scotland and Dundalk, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Forfar to Dundalk. However, you can take the bus to Ingliston Park & Ride, walk to Ingliston Park & Ride, take the vehicle to Edinburgh Airport, walk to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, fly to Belfast International Airport (BFS), walk to Belfast International Airport, take the bus to Grand Central Bus Stand 10, walk to Belfast Grand Central, then take the train to Dundalk. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Council Offices to Dundalk via Mill O Mains, Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow Buchanan, Belfast, Europa Buscentre, and Belfast Grand Central in around 11h 58m.

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