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 Forfar and arriving at Kirk Place via Aberdeen Union Street, Tesco Road End and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Forfar to Rothes?

The distance between Forfar and Rothes is 135 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 and train which takes 5h 40m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m 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 Forfar station.

Train or bus from Forfar to Rothes?

The best way to get from Forfar to Rothes is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £40 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Forfar to Rothes bus arrive?

Forfar to Rothes bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aberdeen Union Street 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 205+ hotels available in Rothes.

Forfar to Rothes - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Forfar to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
5h 40m
£42–73
Drive 89.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forfar to Rothescar 89.5 mi
1h 54m
£23–33
Train
1. Take the train from Dundee to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
6h 30m
£54–125
Bus
1. Take the bus from Forfar to Aberdeen Union Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Huntlybus
3. Take the bus from Tesco Road End to Bus Stationbus 10 / ...
5h 52m
£25–37

Forfar to Rothes by bus

87Weekly Buses

5h 52mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Forfar to Rothes.

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Distance: 134.1 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Forfar to Kirk Place via Dundee Slessor Gardens, Dundee, Aberdeen, Elgin, Duff Avenue, and Bus Station in around 6h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Forfar to Kirk Place via Aberdeen Union Street, Huntly, Tesco Road End, and Bus Station in around 5h 52m.

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