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

The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Forfar is to bus via Newcastle upon Tyne which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Middlesbrough to Forfar is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Middlesbrough and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Middlesbrough station to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stand 11 and arriving at Lidl via George Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Middlesbrough to Forfar?

The distance between Middlesbrough and Forfar is 247 miles. The road distance is 213.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Forfar without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 5h 15m and costs £40 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Middlesbrough to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Forfar bus from?

Middlesbrough to Forfar bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stand 11.

Train or bus from Middlesbrough to Forfar?

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Forfar is to train via Edinburgh which takes 5h 15m and costs £40 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Forfar bus arrive?

Middlesbrough to Forfar bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Can I drive from Middlesbrough to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Middlesbrough to Forfar is 214 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Middlesbrough to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 478+ hotels available in Forfar.

Middlesbrough to Forfar - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Middlesbrough to Forfar by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to DundeeEdinburgh - Dundee / ...
5h 15m
£42–144
Bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Newcastle Coach Station172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station598 / ...
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Hebrides DriveM92
7h 16m
£33–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkn10 / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to LidlE1
6h 38m
Drive 212.6 mi
1. Drive from Middlesbrough to Forfar212.6 mi
4h 10m
£53–77
Bus to Newcastle, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to John Dobson Street
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)NCL - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Malmaison
8h 1m
Train
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to NewcastleMiddlesbrough - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to ArbroathLondon Kings Cross - Aberdeen / ...
6h 23m
£105–166
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)MAN - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Adelphi to Lidl
7h 36m

Middlesbrough to Forfar by train and bus

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5h 15mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 245.7 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Middlesbrough, England and Forfar, Scotland?

You can take a train from Middlesbrough to Lidl via Darlington, Edinburgh Waverley, Dundee, and Railway Station in around 5h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Lidl via Edinburgh, Bus Station and George Street in around 6h 38m.

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