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

The cheapest way to get from Forfar to Motherwell is to bus via Edinburgh Airport (EDI) which costs £19 - £30 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forfar to Motherwell is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Forfar and Motherwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Forfar to Motherwell. However, there are services departing from Council Offices and arriving at High Road via Overgate and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Forfar to Motherwell?

The distance between Forfar and Motherwell is 111 miles. The road distance is 89.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forfar to Motherwell without a car is to bus which takes 3h 23m and costs £21 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Forfar to Motherwell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forfar to Motherwell bus from?

Forfar to Motherwell bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Overgate station.

Where does the Forfar to Motherwell bus arrive?

Forfar to Motherwell bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Forfar to Motherwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Forfar to Motherwell is 90 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Forfar to Motherwell.

Where can I stay near Motherwell?

There are 222+ hotels available in Motherwell.

Forfar to Motherwell - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 240 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Forfar to Motherwell 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
best
1. Take the bus from Overgate to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
3h 23m
£21–30
Bus via Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forfar to Edinburgh Airportbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Airport to Maxim Business Parkbus Air / ...
3h 48m
£20–30
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Forfar to Dundee Slessor Gardensbus
2. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Motherwelltrain
3h 27m
£42–84
Drive 89.3 mi
1. Drive from Forfar to Motherwellcar 89.3 mi
1h 43m
£22–32
Train, line 240 bus
1. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Dundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Bath Lane to Watson Streetbus 240 / ...
4h 40m
£43–76

Forfar to Motherwell by bus, foot, and train

140Weekly Services

3h 27mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Forfar to Motherwell.

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Distance: 110.1 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Overgate to Buchanan Bus Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £7–13 and the journey takes 2h. Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd also services this route 5 times a day.

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