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

The cheapest way to get from Forfar to Stanley is to bus via Bus Station which costs £18 - £35 and takes 6h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forfar to Stanley is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Forfar and Stanley?

No, there is no direct bus from Forfar to Stanley station. However, there are services departing from Council Offices and arriving at Stanley Bus Station Stand K via Seagate Bus Station, Edinburgh, Bus Station and Eldon Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Forfar to Stanley?

The distance between Forfar and Stanley is 207 miles. The road distance is 183.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forfar to Stanley without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 44m and costs £14 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Forfar to Stanley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forfar to Stanley bus from?

Forfar to Stanley bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Seagate Bus Station.

Train or bus from Forfar to Stanley?

The best way to get from Forfar to Stanley is to train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 44m and costs £14 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Bus Station, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Forfar to Stanley bus arrive?

Forfar to Stanley bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Can I drive from Forfar to Stanley?

Yes, the driving distance between Forfar to Stanley is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Forfar to Stanley.

Where can I stay near Stanley?

There are 2077+ hotels available in Stanley.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Forfar to Stanley by train, bus, or car

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
4h 44m
£14–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forfar to George Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 598 / ...
6h 39m
£13–62
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M92
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10 / ...
6h 13m
£18–31
Drive 182.3 mi
1. Drive from Forfar to Stanleycar 182.3 mi
3h 38m
£44–64
Train
1. Take the train from Arbroath to Newcastletrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross / ...
5h 40m
£89–265

Forfar to Stanley by bus, foot, and train

146Weekly Services

4h 44mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Forfar to Stanley.

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Distance: 206.1 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Forfar, Scotland and Stanley, County Durham, England?

You can take a bus from Forfar to Stanley Bus Station Stand K via Dundee Slessor Gardens, Dundee, Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Central Stn Neville St in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Council Offices to Stanley Bus Station Stand K via Bus Station, Seagate Bus Station, Edinburgh, Bus Station, John Dobson Street, and Eldon Square Bus Station in around 6h 13m.

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