What is the cheapest way to get from Forfar to Newton Stewart?

The cheapest way to get from Forfar to Newton Stewart is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forfar to Newton Stewart?

The fastest way to get from Forfar to Newton Stewart is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Forfar and Newton Stewart?

No, there is no direct bus from Forfar to Newton Stewart. However, there are services departing from Council Offices and arriving at Dashwood Square via Overgate, Buchanan Bus Station, Ayr Bus Station and Girvan Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Forfar to Newton Stewart?

The distance between Forfar and Newton Stewart is 193 miles. The road distance is 165.8 miles.

How do I travel from Forfar to Newton Stewart without a car?

The best way to get from Forfar to Newton Stewart without a car is to bus which takes 7h 30m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Forfar to Newton Stewart?

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Forfar to Newton Stewart, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forfar to Newton Stewart bus from?

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

Where does the Forfar to Newton Stewart bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forfar to Newton Stewart?

Yes, the driving distance between Forfar to Newton Stewart is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Forfar to Newton Stewart.

Where can I stay near Newton Stewart?

There are 331+ hotels available in Newton Stewart.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Forfar to Newton Stewart 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 Station
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Rail Station60 / ...
4. Take the bus from Girvan Station to Dashwood Square359
7h 30m
Drive 164.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forfar to Newton Stewart164.8 mi
3h 10m
£41–59
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the bus from Girvan Station to Dashwood Square359
7h 46m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lidl to Haymarket StationE1
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Lockerbie
3. Take the bus from Whitesands to Victoria St500
8h 12m
Bus via Dumfries
1. Take the bus from Mill O Mains to Buchanan Bus StationM9
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to WhitesandsX74
3. Take the bus from Whitesands to Victoria St500
8h 33m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Forfar to Newton Stewart.

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Distance: 192.1 mi
Duration: 7h 30m

What companies run services between Forfar, Scotland and Newton Stewart, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Council Offices to Dashwood Square via Bus Station, Overgate, Buchanan Bus Station, Ayr Bus Station, and Girvan Station in around 7h 30m.

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