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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Forfar is to bus via Bus Station Stance 3 which costs £17 - £35 and takes 4h 20m.

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 38m 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 The Cross via Park and Ride and Hebrides Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

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 which takes 3h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m 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 which takes 3h 55m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £21 - £90 and takes 4h 3m.

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 38m to drive from Inverness to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 477+ 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
best
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Park and RideE8
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Hebrides DriveM9 / ...
3h 55m
Bus via Bus Station Stance 3
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 20m
£17–32
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to PerthInverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
4h 3m
£21–89
Drive 122.3 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Forfar122.3 mi
2h 38m
£31–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Inverness to ArbroathInverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to St John's Church27
4h 11m
£44–94

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 152 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Union Street to The Cross via Park and Ride and Hebrides Drive in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Perth every 2 hours. Tickets cost £16–40 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Two other operators also service this route.

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