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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Forfar is to bus via Aberdeen which costs £10 - £14 and takes 5h 35m.

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 Inverness Union Street and arriving at Forfar via Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Forfar?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Dundee via Perth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Inverness to Forfar?

The distance between Inverness and Forfar is 152 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 train via Perth which takes 4h 21m and costs £35 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m 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 Inverness Union Street station.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Forfar train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Forfar?

The best way to get from Inverness to Forfar is to train via Perth which takes 4h 21m and costs £35 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £29 and takes 5h.

Where does the Inverness to Forfar bus arrive?

Inverness to Forfar bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aberdeen Union Street station.

Where does the Inverness to Forfar train arrive?

Inverness to Forfar train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Perth 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.

How do I get a bus ticket from Inverness to Forfar?

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Where can I stay near Forfar?

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

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Train via Perth
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Perthtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
4h 21m
£38–94
Bus via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Falcon Sq to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Forfarbus Ember
5h 35m
£10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Forfarbus Ember
5h
£20–28
Drive 122.3 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Forfarcar 122.3 mi
2h 38m
£31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Dundeetrain Inverness - Edinburgh
4h 42m
£44–117

Inverness to Forfar by train and bus

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4h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.3 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Perth every 3 hours. Tickets cost £45–75 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Inverness Union Street to Forfar via Aberdeen Union Street in around 5h.

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