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

The cheapest way to get from Forfar to Rothes is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forfar to Rothes is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Forfar and Rothes?

No, there is no direct bus from Forfar to Rothes. However, there are services departing from Lidl and arriving at Kirk Place via Adelphi, Reidhaven Square and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Forfar to Rothes?

The distance between Forfar and Rothes is 132 miles. The road distance is 90 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forfar to Rothes without a car is to bus which takes 4h 32m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Forfar to Rothes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forfar to Rothes bus from?

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

Train or bus from Forfar to Rothes?

The best way to get from Forfar to Rothes is to bus which takes 4h 32m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £23 - £110 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Forfar to Rothes bus arrive?

Forfar to Rothes bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Adelphi station.

Can I drive from Forfar to Rothes?

Yes, the driving distance between Forfar to Rothes is 90 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Forfar to Rothes.

Where can I stay near Rothes?

There are 374+ hotels available in Rothes.

Forfar to Rothes - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 27 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Forfar to Rothes 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 Lidl to AdelphiE1
2. Take the bus from Adelphi to Reidhaven SquareE7
4h 32m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dundee to AberdeenGlasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
5h 40m
£23–110
Drive 89.5 mi
1. Drive from Forfar to Rothes89.5 mi
1h 54m
£23–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lidl to AdelphiE1
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
4h 42m
Line 27 bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Cross to Bus Station27
2. Take the train from Arbroath to ElginGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
5h 45m
£38–87

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 131.3 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Lidl to Kirk Place via Adelphi, Reidhaven Square, and Bus Station in around 4h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lidl to Kirk Place via Slessor Gardens, Dundee, Aberdeen, Elgin, Duff Avenue, and Bus Station in around 5h 40m.

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