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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Forfar is to bus via Overgate which costs £21 - £35 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Forfar is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Forfar via Buchanan Bus Station and Dundee station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Forfar?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Dundee via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Forfar?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Forfar is 120 miles. The road distance is 111.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Forfar without a car is to bus via Overgate which takes 3h 56m and costs £21 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Kilmarnock to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Forfar bus from?

Kilmarnock to Forfar bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Church Street station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Forfar train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Forfar?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Forfar is to bus via Overgate which takes 3h 56m and costs £21 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Forfar bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Forfar bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Forfar train arrive?

Kilmarnock to Forfar train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Forfar is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Kilmarnock to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 536+ hotels available in Forfar.

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

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Bus via Overgate
best
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X79 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
3h 56m
£22–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X79 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
3h 59m
£42–71
Train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
4h 7m
£44–78
Drive 110.9 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Forfarcar 110.9 mi
2h 5m
£28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hebrides Drivebus M9
4h 11m
£24–34

Kilmarnock to Forfar by bus and foot

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Distance: 119.5 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Church Street to Forfar via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Dundee station in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kilmarnock to Forfar via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Dundee, and Dundee station in around 4h 7m.

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