What is the cheapest way to get from Fort William to Forfar?

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Forfar is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort William to Forfar?

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Forfar is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William station to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Lidl via Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Fort William to Forfar?

The distance between Fort William and Forfar is 173 miles. The road distance is 119.2 miles.

How do I travel from Fort William to Forfar without a car?

The best way to get from Fort William to Forfar without a car is to bus which takes 5h 13m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Fort William to Forfar?

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Fort William to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort William to Forfar bus from?

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

Train or bus from Fort William to Forfar?

The best way to get from Fort William to Forfar is to bus which takes 5h 13m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Fort William to Forfar bus arrive?

Fort William to Forfar bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Park and Ride station.

Can I drive from Fort William to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Forfar is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Fort William to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 465+ hotels available in Forfar.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Fort William to Forfar 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 Bus Station to Park and Ridebus 913
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Lidlbus E1
5h 13m
Drive 118.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fort William to Forfarcar 118.5 mi
2h 20m
£30–42
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
6h 46m
£41–96
Bus via Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
1. Take the bus from An Aird One to Airportbus E4
2. Take the bus from Airport to Lidlbus E1
5h 41m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh Bus Station Gate F-Stance 11 to Dundee Seagate Bus Stationbus megabus M92
8h 17m
£75–97

Fort William to Forfar by train and bus

18Weekly Services

6h 46mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Fort William to Forfar.

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Distance: 171.6 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

What companies run services between Fort William, Scotland and Forfar, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Lidl via Park and Ride in around 5h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Fort William to Lidl via Glasgow Queen Street, Dundee, and Railway Station in around 6h 46m.

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