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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Forfar is to bus via Overgate which costs £14 - £25 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Forfar is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at The Cross via Hebrides Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Forfar?

The distance between Glasgow and Forfar is 94 miles. The road distance is 87.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Forfar without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Glasgow to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Forfar bus from?

Glasgow to Forfar bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Glasgow to Forfar bus arrive?

Glasgow to Forfar bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, arrive at Hebrides Drive station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Forfar is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Glasgow to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 550+ hotels available in Forfar.

Glasgow to Forfar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 20 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Glasgow to Forfar by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hebrides Drivebus M9
2h 35m
Bus via Overgate
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
3h 4m
£15–24
Train, line 20 bus
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to The Crossbus 21B / ...
2h 39m
£41–72
Drive 87.4 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Forfarcar 87.4 mi
1h 42m
£22–31

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Distance: 93.5 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

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

Park's of Hamilton operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hebrides Drive hourly, and the journey takes 2h 1m.

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