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

The cheapest way to get from Forfar to Whitby is to drive which costs £55 - £90 and takes 4h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forfar to Whitby is to drive which takes 4h 47m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Forfar and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Forfar to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Lidl and arriving at Boyes via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 29m.

How far is it from Forfar to Whitby?

The distance between Forfar and Whitby is 281 miles. The road distance is 243.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forfar to Whitby without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 7h 47m and costs £35 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 47m to get from Forfar to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forfar to Whitby bus from?

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

Train or bus from Forfar to Whitby?

The best way to get from Forfar to Whitby is to train via Edinburgh which takes 7h 47m and costs £35 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 29m.

Where does the Forfar to Whitby bus arrive?

Forfar to Whitby bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at George Street station.

Can I drive from Forfar to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Forfar to Whitby is 244 miles. It takes approximately 4h 47m to drive from Forfar to Whitby.

Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1878+ hotels available in Whitby.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Forfar to Whitby by train, bus, 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.

Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlingtontrain
3. Take the train from Darlington to Whitbytrain
7h 47m
£37–138
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lidl to George Streetbus E1
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 598 / ...
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Whitbytrain
9h 50m
Drive 242.5 mi
1. Drive from Forfar to Whitbycar 242.5 mi
4h 47m
£60–86
Train
1. Take the train from Arbroath to Newcastletrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Whitbytrain Newcastle - Whitby
8h 51m
£97–293
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lidl to George Streetbus E1
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyesbus 840
12h 29m

Forfar to Whitby by bus, foot, and train

1Weekly Services

7h 47mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Forfar to Whitby.

Launch map view

Distance: 279.8 mi
Duration: 7h 47m

What companies run services between Forfar, Scotland and Whitby, North Yorkshire, England?

You can take a bus from Lidl to Whitby via Slessor Gardens, Dundee, Edinburgh Waverley, and Darlington in around 7h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lidl to Boyes via George Street, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 12h 29m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.