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

The cheapest way to get from Forfar to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £10 - £15 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forfar to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Forfar and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Forfar and arriving at Haymarket. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Forfar to Edinburgh?

The distance between Forfar and Edinburgh is 73 miles. The road distance is 68.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forfar to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 23m and costs £24 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Forfar to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forfar to Edinburgh bus from?

Forfar to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Council Offices station.

Where does the Forfar to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Forfar to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Forfar to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Forfar to Edinburgh is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Forfar to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2855+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Forfar to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 20 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Forfar to Edinburgh by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Forfar to Dundee Slessor Gardensbus Ember
2. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
2h 23m
£24–53
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forfar to Haymarketbus Ember
2h 39m
£10–15
Line 20 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Council Offices to Bus Stationbus 21B / ...
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Queensferry Streetbus M92
2h 34m
£14–27
Drive 68.4 mi
1. Drive from Forfar to Edinburghcar 68.4 mi
1h 24m
£17–24

Forfar to Edinburgh by bus, foot, and train

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2h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 72.8 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Council Offices to Queensferry Street via Bus Station and Nethergate in around 2h 34m.

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