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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Forfar is to bus and line 20 bus which costs £13 - £20 and takes 2h 36m.

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 41m 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 Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 and arriving at The Cross via Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Forfar?

The distance between Glasgow and Forfar is 97 miles. The road distance is 88 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 train and bus which takes 2h 27m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m 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 Megabus UK, depart from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52.

Where does the Glasgow to Forfar bus arrive?

Glasgow to Forfar bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Dundee Seagate Bus Station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Forfar is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Glasgow to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 465+ hotels available in Forfar.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Glasgow to Forfar 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Lidlbus E1
2h 27m
Bus, line 20 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 to Dundee Seagate Bus Stationbus megabus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to The Crossbus 21B / ...
2h 36m
£14–20
Drive 87.4 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Forfarcar 87.4 mi
1h 41m
£22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Railway Stationbus E3
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Lidlbus E1
2h 47m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Glasgow to Forfar.

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Distance: 96.5 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 to The Cross via Seagate Bus Station in around 2h 36m.

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