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

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Forfar is to bus via Glasgow which costs £27 - £45 and takes 6h 29m.

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 23m and costs £28 - £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 The Cross via Castle Brae, Mill Street and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Fort William and Forfar?

No, there is no direct train from Fort William to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Dundee via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

How far is it from Fort William to Forfar?

The distance between Fort William and Forfar is 149 miles. The road distance is 118.5 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 6h 8m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 8m 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.

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

Fort William to Forfar train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Fort William station.

Train or bus from Fort William to Forfar?

The best way to get from Fort William to Forfar is to bus which takes 6h 8m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £170 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Fort William to Forfar bus arrive?

Fort William to Forfar bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Castle Brae station.

Where does the Fort William to Forfar train arrive?

Fort William to Forfar train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street 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 23m to drive from Fort William to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 538+ hotels available in Forfar.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Castle Braebus 913
2. Take the bus from Mill Street to Bus Stationbus 16 / ...
6h 8m
£31–56
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hebrides Drivebus M9
6h 29m
£28–40
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 55m
£77–161
Drive 117.9 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Forfarcar 117.9 mi
2h 23m
£29–42
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk092 / ...
8h 34m
£63–101

Fort William to Forfar by bus

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Distance: 148.4 mi
Duration: 6h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to The Cross via Castle Brae, Kinnoull Street, Mill Street, and Seagate Bus Station in around 6h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Fort William to The Cross via Glasgow Queen Street, Dundee, and Seagate Bus Station in around 6h 55m.

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