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

The cheapest way to get from Forfar to Elgin is to bus which costs £17 - £26 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forfar to Elgin is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Forfar and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Forfar to Elgin station. However, there are services departing from Forfar and arriving at Elgin station via Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Forfar to Elgin?

The distance between Forfar and Elgin is 123 miles. The road distance is 99.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forfar to Elgin without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 17m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Forfar to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forfar to Elgin bus from?

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

Train or bus from Forfar to Elgin?

The best way to get from Forfar to Elgin is to bus which takes 3h 56m and costs £17 - £26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Forfar to Elgin bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forfar to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Forfar to Elgin is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Forfar to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 190+ hotels available in Elgin.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Forfar to Elgin 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 Elgintrain
3h 17m
£38–66
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forfar to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Elgin stationbus Ember
3h 56m
£17–25
Drive 99 mi
1. Drive from Forfar to Elgincar 99 mi
2h 6m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Dundee to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
4h 7m
£50–118
Bus via Braelossie Place
1. Take the bus from Forfar to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Braelossie Placebus M96
4h 26m
£24–32

Forfar to Elgin by bus

112Weekly Buses

3h 56mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 122.2 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Forfar to Elgin station via Aberdeen Union Street in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Forfar to Elgin via Dundee Slessor Gardens, Dundee, and Aberdeen in around 4h 7m.

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