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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Forfar is to bus which costs £17 - £40 and takes 4h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Forfar is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Union Street and arriving at Lidl via Park and Ride and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Inverness to Forfar?

The distance between Inverness and Forfar is 153 miles. The road distance is 123 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Forfar without a car is to bus via Overgate which takes 3h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Inverness to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Forfar bus from?

Inverness to Forfar bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Union Street station.

Train or bus from Inverness to Forfar?

The best way to get from Inverness to Forfar is to bus via Overgate which takes 3h 42m and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Perth, which costs £22 - £90 and takes 4h.

Where does the Inverness to Forfar bus arrive?

Inverness to Forfar bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Park and Ride station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Forfar is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Inverness to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 476+ hotels available in Forfar.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Inverness 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 via Overgate
best
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Park and RideE8
3h 42m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Park and RideUk093 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Hebrides DriveM9 / ...
4h 27m
£17–40
Train via Perth
1. Take the train from Inverness to PerthInverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
4h
£22–89
Drive 122.3 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Forfar122.3 mi
2h 36m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to DundeeInverness - Edinburgh
4h 13m
£20–60

Inverness to Forfar by bus

298Weekly Buses

4h 27mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Inverness to Forfar.

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Distance: 151.8 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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

Ember operates a bus from Union Street to Park and Ride hourly, and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Perth every 3 hours. Tickets cost £16–40 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Two other operators also service this route.

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